societies.json

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    {
        "name": "A Cappella and Beatboxing Society (UMACABS)",
        "description": "UMACABS (UoM A Cappella and Beatboxing Society) is an inclusive and friendly society made up of people who love to sing. We are non-selective and have singers of all abilities and talents. 'License To Trill',\u00a0'Sedoctaves',\u00a0'Tone Deft' and 'Here Comes Treble'\u00a0are our 4\u00a0A Capella groups which perform in our Winter and Summer Showcases, as well as some public events. In addition, we also have 'Alvarium', our competition group (formerly known as 'Fantastic Beats and Where to Find Them') who represent Manchester University at the National A Capella competition, the VoiceFestival UK. \u00a0 For all information on our upcoming Showcases, events and auditions, join our Facebook page:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/UoMACapella/ To check out our videos, here is our Youtube Channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCOJQNItOcWTSd-Gat0oaBNW\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Access All Areas Projects/Volunteers",
        "description": "Access All Areas is the newest volunteering arm of the Students\u2019 Union.\u00a0 We support any student-led project which aims to tackle some of the barriers young people and adults might face in terms of university access and participation.\u00a0 You can volunteer with our project leaders\u00a0in schools, colleges, the university, and in the local community! Not only that, we have an awareness group\u00a0open to anyone who wants to learn more about the issues linked to university access and participation. Upcoming events this year include Consider Postgrad\u00a0, movie nights, pub quizzes and our very first national conference.\u00a0  Click JOIN GROUP to sign up to our mailing list to keep up to date with what's going on and to get involved.\u00a0 Visit the volunteering\u00a0hub to sign up to current Access All Areas opportunities.\u00a0  Follow...  Katie SU Barnes on Facebook Access All Areas page on Facebook @AccessMCR on Twitter @UOMAccessAllAreas\u00a0Instagram\u00a0 accessallareasmcr@outlook.com  Volunteer hours can be counted towards your Manchester Leadership Award, or can be printed on your degree transcript if you volunteer 10 hours or more with us.\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Accounting Society Manchester",
        "description": "Welcome to Accounting Society!  We, Accounting Society Manchester, are a student-run organisation that strives to enhance your employability and build the link between you and desired employers. Aside from the career aspects, we provide social opportunities, such as our annual Welcome Dinner, for like-minded students to connect and share their ideas with each other. Stay tuned for our events and recruitment news on our channels, and get involved! For further information, please feel free to contact one of the committee members shown below. Contact Details President: Jay Cao (jie.cao@acctsocmanchester.co.uk) Vice President (Career): Jia Xuen Chok\u00a0(jiaxuen.chok@acctsocmanchester.co.uk) Vice President (Social): Alex John (alex.john@acctsocmanchester.co.uk) Secretary : Jess Muck (hiuying.muck@acctsocmanchester.co.uk) \u00a0 Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/UMAcS - Join us! Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/UoMAcc/ - Like us! Instagram:\u00a0https://www.instagram.com/uom_acctsoc/\u00a0- Follow us! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/accountingsocietymanchester\u00a0- Follow us! Wechat Page: \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "A Christ's Friends",
        "description": "\u00a0"
    },
    {
        "name": "Active Anthropology",
        "description": "The Active Anthropology society aims to make Anthropology a fun, interesting and engaging subject to both those familiar and unfamiliar with it alike. Social Anthropology is a great subject but often times it's hard to understand, or people just don't know what it is, or even if you do know what it is and you study it you find the theory gets a bit too dense and boring. That is why we are here to bring back to the subject some needed fun and vibrancy! We are going to be \u00a0holding events across the year which will simultaneously help you better understand and engage with the subject, have fun with other like-minded students \u00a0interested in anthropology and to test your Anthropological skills! Anyone is welcome so come along and see what Anthropology is really about. Like us on Facebook here for pictures, updates and more!\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/UoMAnthropologySociety \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Active Anthropology Society",
        "description": "Anthropology is the study of people, societies, cultures, and everything in between! Anthropologists are a friendly bunch, and the Anthropology Society is a wonderful space both for budding anthropologists and anyone interested in this amazing discipline. We are a small but enthusiastic society, welcoming people from all kinds of\u00a0backgrounds. We organise and attend exciting and stimulating lectures on a wide range of themes, as well as film screenings and great socials. In the past we've held all sorts of fun events, such as pub quizzes, debates and talks with guest speakers. Join our society and we can guarantee you'll have lots of fun, make great friends and have your eyes opened to some fascinating insights about people, places and cultures around the world.\u00a0 We're a very open and inclusive society, and would love to hear from you. If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future events, please get in touch: https://www.facebook.com/UoMAnthropologySociety uomanthrosoc@outlook.com @uomanthrosoc "
    },
    {
        "name": "Actuarial Society",
        "description": " We aim to provide more opportunities for our members to deepen their understanding of the actuarial industry, ultimately promoting the actuarial profession as a possible career path to all students with numerical background from across the university.\u00a0 The society aspires to develop business acumen and a strong commercial awareness among its members, alongside the development of key actuarial skills and strong industry connections.\u00a0 Given our small cohort of actuarial students, we aim to tighten the bond of those studying actuarial science and those who are also interested in actuarial science, so as to create a more inclusive and friendly environment for these like-minded students. To achieve our goals, we will be organising throughout the year a range of events such as presentations by industry professionals, workshops, alumni events, mock assessment centres, networking events and also exciting\u00a0socials for our members!  If you are eager to learn more about the actuarial industry and what the role of an actuary entails, join us now! Join our Facebook group to get\u00a0updates\u00a0on future industry events and socials:\u00a0facebook.com/groups/ActuarialSociety Follow us on Instagram: @uom.actuarialsociety If you have any questions\u00a0please contact us at:\u00a0uom.actuarialsociety@gmail.com "
    },
    {
        "name": "Adventist Students on Campus (ASC)",
        "description": "ASC is a christian society that caters for the spiritual, social and practical needs of students\u00a0at the University of Manchester\u00a0and the wider communities.\u00a0 We aim to share the gospel, health and the three angel's messages.\u00a0Our mission is to reach the student population of Manchester with the good news of the gospel, the Love of Christ, and present day truth using Christ's method. \u00a0 ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: 1. Weekly meetings and sharing of faith (FREE food)\u00a0 2. Healthy cooking classes 3. Social events 4. Sporting events 5. Monthly discussion forum 6.\u00a0Bible Seminars \u00a0 HOW TO CONTACT US Email: \u00a0manchester.a.s.c@gmail.com Facebook:\u00a0http://www.facebook.com/Manchester.ASC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Aerospace Society",
        "description": "Aerosoc is a society run by aerospace engineering students and aims to bring together students from all disciplines who share a passion for aerospace and aviation. As a society we aim to:  Stimulate interest in aerospace. \u00a0 Provide networking opportunities with professionals in the aerospace industry. Initiate aerospace related projects and scientific research.\u00a0 Organise social events and international trips for members and promote related techinical tours and lectures/seminars.\u00a0  For more information; Visit our website www.aerosoc.org\u00a0 We welcome you to Aerosoc! "
    },
    {
        "name": "Afghan Society",
        "description": "The University of Manchester Afghan Society aims to raise awareness about Afghan culture and tradition. In addition, to create a community where we aim to unite all the Afghan and non-Afghan students. Show to the students the other side of Afghanistan other than the War and the political clashes. Join and like the offical Facebook page:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/uomafghansoc/ \u00a0 For more information please contact:- Salahudin Akbari Email:- salahudin.akbari@student.manchester.ac.uk "
    },
    {
        "name": "African Caribbean Medics Society",
        "description": "An inclusive society with the aim to establish a community and\u00a0a sense of belonging amongst students of African and/or Caribbean heritage, to support students and help manage the challenges faced\u00a0whilst studying vocational courses. Email: UOMACMS@GMAIL.COM Twitter: @UoMACMS https://twitter.com/UoMACMS Instagram: @uom_acms "
    },
    {
        "name": "African Caribbean Society",
        "description": "'ENHANCE, ENGAGE, EMPOWER'   We are the African Caribbean Society of the University of Manchester.\u00a0   ACS exists for all races & ethnicities. Our aim is to invoke appreciation for and enlighten those amongst the student population and wider community, about the rich heritage of African and Caribbean nations in an informative but stimulating way for all to share. In addition, we exist to promote growth both personally and professionally for the African and Caribbean student community.   The ACS is also a platform for African and Caribbean students at the Manchester universities to come together, educate their peers and encourage cultural appreciation through a variety of events.   ACS is headed up by an executive committee comprising of a wide range of students from all faculties with different African and Caribbean backgrounds. Members are the foundation of the ACS therefore membership is encouraged and we welcome everyone to join. Membership provides a network and a stronger rapport within the society.   We trust that for however long you are in Manchester to study, you will enjoy the role of the ACS in university life! \u00a0 For more information please contact our comittee Secretary: Neso Ebenebe acsmanchester18@gmail.com President: Jesy Kamale Luyengi president@acsmanchester.com Vice-President:\u00a0Ines Adeogun-Phillips vice-president@acsmanchester.com \u00a0 For regular updates...  Follow us on Twitter - @ACSManUni  https://twitter.com/ACSManUni  Follow us on Instagram - @Acsmanchester  https://www.instagram.com/acsmanchester/  Add us on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/acsmanchester  Follow us on LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/company/university-of-manchester-s-african-caribbean-society/about/ \u00a0   \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Ahlulbayt Society",
        "description": "The Ahlulbayt society aims to propagate the light of Islam, the Holy Qur'an, the Prophet of Islam and His Progeny (Peace be upon them). Our name is derived from the \u2018Ahlulbayt\u2019, who are the beloved family of the Holy Prophet of Islam Muhammad (Peace be upon him and his holy household). Our aims are to unite individuals, irrespective of social or ethnic backgrounds. Through this, we encourage justice and peace.\u00a0 In addition, we aim to create a platform for interfaith dialogue and bringing about unity regardless of faith, race or background. \u201cA person is either your brother in faith, or your equal in humanity\u201d - Imam Ali (peace be upon him) In light of this, the Ahlulbayt society strives to use the University platform to create dialogue, discussion and free exchange of ideas. Through this, we endeavour to facilitate the understanding of Islam and its philosophy, and show how this encompasses every aspect of our lives, including politics, economics and spirituality. Our events range from talks by expert speakers, informal discussion circles, social gatherings and sporting events. \u00a0 Contact us on: manchesterahlulbayt@gmail.com \u00a0 Visit us at: \u00a0 Facebook:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/manchesterabsoc Instagram:\u00a0https://www.instagram.com/manchesterabsoc/ Twitter:\u00a0https://twitter.com/ManchesterABSoc "
    },
    {
        "name": "AI and Machine Learning",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "AIESEC in Manchester",
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    },
    {
        "name": "AikiBudo",
        "description": "AikiBudo is a new UoM society specifically looking at the study of Japanese bokken and Jo (weapons). Training will be in Iwama tradition as taught by Morihiro Saito Sensei. The club has been formed by staff and students from the University of Manchester as a non-profit club.  WEAPON TRAINING (BUKIWAZA)  The main aim of the society is to train students in Japanese weapons Bokken (wooden sword) and Jo (wooden staff) once a week. The teaching will be provided free by a member of Staff from UoM who holds a Sport England recognised teaching certificate. We will also invite high-ranking International teachers (Sensei) to run high profile seminars. We usually train every Thursday between 20:15\u00a0and 22:15\u00a0but dates and times may vary - please check our facebook page.   Each individual gains different things from practice. Some enjoy the martial, physical and technical aspects of one of the most sophisticated martial arts ever developed, while others engage more with aspects of concentration and moving meditation. It is a personal journey with many possibilities. If you wish to study Taijutsu there is an affiliated Iwama Club running two nights at the Sugden Centre. For more information find us on Facebook or get in touch through the Manchester University Student's Union website   https://www.facebook.com/aikidoalivemanchester/  https://www.facebook.com/AikidoAliveLondonDojo/  https://manchesterstudentsunion.com/groups/aikibudo "
    },
    {
        "name": "Aikido",
        "description": " \u00a0 Welcome to the Aikido Society! \u00a0 In our society we practise and promote Aikido. We hold various socials and have a strong sense of community spirit with all our members. Aikido is a great way to have fun and de-stress and meet new friends. So come along and give it a go! \u00a0 Some info on what Aikido is all about: \u00a0 Aikido is a Japanese martial art that is focused on self defence, involving locks, throws, grabs and strikes. Aikido uses the Attacker\u2019s power against them, finding strength through the calmness of mind and body. It is renowned as a non-aggressive yet highly effective martial art and we practice in a non competitive and friendly training atmosphere. As well as improving balance, posture and coordination, Aikido also develops your sense of awareness and keeps you fit! We are associated with the Mason Street Dojo and our doors are always open to new members! \u00a0 Check our Facebook group for the latest updates on our training times and location:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/aikidosociety/\u00a0\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/AikidoYuishinkaiManchester/ \u00a0 Interested? Just come along in loose fitting clothes and join in. No previous martial arts training needed. \u00a0 For more information about Aikido have a look at our websites or send an email or come and ask us personally. We\u2019re always happy to spread the word about Aikido! \u00a0 Contact us on: aikidosociety@gmail.com \u00a0 Visit us at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aikidosociety/ https://www.facebook.com/AikidoYuishinkaiManchester/ https://www.facebook.com/KSKAikido \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Alliance Manchester Business School (AMBS) Horizon Society",
        "description": "AMBS Horizon Society is a postgraduate society for postgraduate students studying in Alliance Manchester Business School, who share the common goal of building the networks and skills required for success in the modern business environment. The objective of the Society is to help students get the most out of their time at AMBS. Our aim is to enable current Postgraduate AMBS students to develop the networking skills required for success in business and social environments as well as providing students with the opportunity to meet others from various cultural, academic, and professional backgrounds. The Society aims to achieve this through bringing together Postgraduate AMBS Students at range of exciting events over the course of the year. "
    },
    {
        "name": "ALPHA KAPPA PSI",
        "description": "The world's oldest and largest co-ed business fraternity with:\u00a0 - 240,000 members\u00a0  - 90 alumni chapters\u00a0  - 2 U.S Presidents\u00a0  - 36 Fortune 500 Presidents\u00a0  ...\u00a0 For more information please visit:\u00a0 Website:\u00a0http://www.akpsimanchester.co.uk/ Facebook:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/AKPsiManchester?fref=ts "
    },
    {
        "name": "Ambitious Abroad",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Amnesty International UMSU",
        "description": "\"It is better to light a candle than to curse the darkness\" - Peter Benson, founder of Amnesty International   Amnesty International is a global movement which\u00a0campaigns to protect human rights all over the world. We are a group of\u00a0individuals\u00a0seeking justice on behalf of those to whom it is denied, speak up for those who are silenced, and support those who fighting for their human rights. In Manchester this means campaigning, we do letter writings, creative\u00a0campaigns, demonstrations and anything we can think of to get information out there about human rights violations and show that we will not stand for it. We also fundraise for Amnesty international, supporting them in their vital research, and host film nights and discussion groups.\u00a0   We are ordinary people standing up for humanity and human rights.\u00a0 \u00a0 Contact us on:\u00a0manchester.uni.amnesty@gmail.com \u00a0 Visit us at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2217050391/ "
    },
    {
        "name": "Anglotalk Society",
        "description": "Anglotalk Society "
    },
    {
        "name": "Anime Society",
        "description": "For further details about events, screenings and general discussion, visit us at: http://www.facebook.com/groups/muasociety/ The Manchester University Anime\u00a0Society\u00a0is the official society for the viewing, enjoyment and promotion of the best animated television programmes and films from Japan, doing so for over a decade now. We find that anime has such a vast wealth of exciting and enthralling experiences to offer, which shouldn\u2019t be overlooked. Thusly, our goal is to challenge that disinterest, whilst providing a welcoming atmosphere to everyone and getting people interested and excited about anime. We host weekly screenings showcasing the very best from a broad range of genres; from visceral action to thought-provoking science fiction and from heart-warming family movies to sweeping fantasy adventures. Through a vote at the beginning of the year, we select a number of series to play through each screening and combine them with spectacular movies to make for unique and memorable events. Aside from the screenings, we organise meals out, pub crawls and indulge in karaoke; the other most prominent Japanese export. There are also cosplay parties during the year, where you can dress up as your favorite character (or not) and dance the night away to ear-pleasing J-Pop and J-Rock tunes. Membership is free and it is a terrific way to meet like-minded people interested in other cultures, new experiences and just having all-out fun. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Arab Society",
        "description": "The Manchester University Arab Society is a society in which we encourage the diversity and enhancement of knowledge of the different Arab cultures. As well as that we aim to provide a comfortable yet sociable atmosphere for not just students from Arab Countries but those wishing to mix and know more about how people of Arabian descent interact and their rich culture, including the different colloquialisms within the languages, the food, the music, the clothes and many other things. Visit us at:\u00a0https://m.facebook.com/mcrarabsoc "
    },
    {
        "name": "Archaeology Society",
        "description": "Join the Archaeology Society for fun and interesting experiences, a great group of friends, a good laugh and a drink! As well as the usual society drinking socials, we offer a wide range of unique opportunities both within the university and in the local area. \u00a0 Events and other activities include: \u00a0 > Research seminars, led by academics on a range of relevant archaeological topics > Artefact handling sessions, where you will get to handle and learn about real archaeological artefacts > Trips to museums, cities with archaeological significance, and monuments. Potential future trips include the Liverpool World Museum, the British Museum, and a Christmas time visit\u00a0to York! > Other cool experimental archaeology stuff - ever wanted to try your hand at flint knapping or pottery? Now's your best chance... > Volunteering opportunities, advertised by us whenever we see them - any experience in the field that's available in the area, you'll be the first to know. > Loads of fun socials that don't just involve alcohol, like laserquest and film nights (potentially at cool locations like the museum)! > But, we also like to get drunk too!\u00a0 \u00a0    Join our facebook group! It's basically our social hub - anything archaeology related gets posted here by members and committee alike.    \u00a0 \u00a0 Our dedicated committee members are always available to email if you have any queries and we'll get back to you within a few days! \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Archery Society",
        "description": "Set up in 2018, the archery society is new in the University of Manchester and welcomes both new and experienced members. We hold socials throughout the year and have both free shooting and coached training sessions. Beginners on the taught course need not pay for membership. Experienced archers - please do\u00a0not pay for membership until our coaches have cleared you to shoot at your first session. Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/358326414645522/ Sign up to our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/gEL0z5 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Ashburne Hall & Sheavyn House",
        "description": "Ashburne & Sheavyn\u00a0JCR, a\u00a0student committee who are elected to run activities and events in halls to benefit residents. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Astronomy Society",
        "description": "The Astronomy Society is aimed at anyone, from any course, who is interested in learning a bit more about what's out there. We do stargazings every Thursday utop the Schuster Building. We visit various observatories, invite guest lecturers from all across the country, go on camping trips and so much more! The best way to find out about what's going on is by following us on social media! @astrosoc.uom - Instagram https://www.facebook.com/astrosoc.uom We look forward to meeting you! :) "
    },
    {
        "name": "BA Econ Society",
        "description": "                 Being a part of a society, and specifically the society of your course will\u00a0enrich your student experience, enhance your career prospects and create a lively social network with other fellow BA Econ students. Who are we?\u00a0 We are the largest course society at the University of Manchester responsible for those studying social science courses.\u00a0\u00a0If you will be studying Economics, Politics, Accounting, Finance, Business, Sociology, Criminology, Development or Social Anthropology; then this the perfect society for you!\u00a0  What are we aiming to do this year?\u00a0   We are here to help BA Econ students to get to know one another and foster a community.\u00a0 Creating a network for BA Econ students by holding social events throughout the year, providing career advice and networking.\u00a0 Enriching the general student experience through sports events, charity fundraisers and trips.\u00a0 For more information please contact: President: Prasham Sheth Email: prasham.sheth@student.manchester.ac.uk                  \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "BA in Social Sciences Society (BASS)",
        "description": "The BASS Society aims to create more events to meet new people, get career advice, form study groups and have a point of contact for any other course-related queries! We want to create spaces where BASS students can come together from a diverse range of subjects and topics and meet people from numerous branches of the Social Sciences School. If you have any questions about any events or ideas don\u2019t hesitate to get in contact with us! "
    },
    {
        "name": "Baking Society",
        "description": "To interest more people in\u00a0baking. Have group events to showcase members baking and help them improve their baking skills. Email: uom.bakingsoc@gmail.com Like our Facebook page\u00a0and join our Facebook group for more info. \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Balkan Society",
        "description": "The Balkan Society unites together students who share the common love for the region. \u00a0We aim to share the knowledge of the unique cultures of the Balkan countries across University students and encourage diversity. We want to create a community within the society where all of us feel invited and united. Our aim\u00a0is to represent Balkan students by promoting our beautiful culture, food, and traditions through various events, informal meetings, and workshops. Stay tuned for one amazing year filled with fun and parties!  For regular updates: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uombalkan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uom.balkan/ Email: uombalkan@gmail.com "
    },
    {
        "name": "Ballroom and Latin Society",
        "description": "At Manchester Universities Ballroom and Latin Society (lovingly known as MUBLS) we teach the 10 dances of Ballroom and Latin including cha cha, waltz, jive, and quickstep. Come and join over 200 students in one of the most fun and outgoing clubs at Manchester University! We welcome dancers of all levels - you do not need any previous experience to become a member. Do not worry if you'd like to have a go but don't have a partner -\u00a0you'll dance with many different partners during our lessons! With weekly classes, private lessons, and individual practice, every member can learn new routines and improve their technique at their own pace. At MUBLS you can look forward to:  - Dancing competitions, including Nationals in Blackpool  - Performances  - Award-winning \u201dStrictly Come Manchester\u201d  - DanceFest Tour in Spain  - Salsa socials  - Unique workshops  and much more! Classes are held every Sunday (\u00a34 for members and \u00a35 for non-members).  Membership costs: \u00a315 per year, \u00a39 per semester The goal of MUBLS will always be to allow all its members to enjoy Ballroom and Latin dancing to its\u00a0fullest potential, and we will actively look for new opportunities to help them improve. If you want to get in touch, you can find us on:  Facebook - @MUBLS  Instagram - @mubls_  or you can\u00a0email us at mublscommittee@gmail.com. Happy dancing! "
    },
    {
        "name": "Baltic Society",
        "description": "The UoM Baltic Society seeks to increase the awareness of Baltic region and introduce it to other students. Whether you are from Baltics or not, our academic activities and socials are open to everyone!\u00a0We organise  Lectures, roundtables and debates (with guest speakers) on Baltic politics and culture Fascinating socials Engaging cultural lessons and workshops  You can easily find us\u00a0on Facebook\u00a0and see our website for upcoming events and news. Kohtumiseni! Uz tik\u0161anos! Iki pasimatymo! \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Bangladesh  Society",
        "description": "\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 University of Manchester Bangladesh Society is one of the largest Bangladeshi student bodies in the UK. It is an integral part of Manchester Students\u2019 Union and one of the oldest societies here. This Society is dedicated to all the students of the University of Manchester, it itakes pride in promoting Bangladeshi culture and heritage in the UK and also build cultural bridges with other groups of students from all over the world. Like us on Facebook:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/BSS.Manchester   Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/211126298901125/ "
    },
    {
        "name": "Barbershop Singers",
        "description": " \u00a0 Do you love to sing? We're the\u00a0chorus for you! Come and sing in 4-part\u00a0harmony! \u00a0 Join Now!\u00a0- And then just turn up to the rehearsal!  (It's really that easy!) \u00a0 We rehearse every Friday evening at the Student\u2019s Union from 17:30 \u2013 20:00 *All members will meet in Room 2.5 (top floor) every Friday* \u00a0 Come and join one of\u00a0our rehearsals and find out all about singing in perfect 4-part harmony.  We guarantee that when you hear the music we create, you will want to join and sing with us.  \u00a0 Visit our Website \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Like our Facebook \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Watch our YouTube\u00a0  Manchester University Barbershop Singers (MUBS) is a student run, national award-winning\u00a0singing\u00a0society. We have\u00a0choruses for male-voices, and female-voices*\u00a0that specialises in singing 4-part barbershop\u00a0harmony. Neither chorus requires you to audition, and no previous singing, or musical experience is required. \u00a0 We are an award-winning society, having\u00a0won several awards in national competitions! Check out our website\u00a0to find out much more about us. \u00a0 Although we are a University of Manchester\u00a0society, we are open to everyone, including students from other local universities, and colleges.   So come along and experience what MUBS has to offer! \u00a0 We rehearse every Friday evening at the Student\u2019s Union from 17:30 \u2013 20:00 *All members will meet in Room 2.5 (top floor) every Friday* \u00a0 Contact our Secretary for more info, general enquiries, or even to sign yourself up! mubssecretary@gmail.com \u00a0       *Nonbinary, genderqueer, and otherwise identifying singers are more than welcome to join whichever chorus is most comfortable for them. We do our absolute best to accommodate everyone in terms of their vocal range. Members of the committee, and music teams, are happy to help in any way that they can with any issues.\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Baseball and Softball Society",
        "description": "Have you ever wanted to try something different? Softball is one of the only sports at the University of Manchester\u00a0that is gender inclusive. We welcome everyone of all abilities, even if you have never even picked up a ball before."
    },
    {
        "name": "Belly Dancing Society",
        "description": "The Belly Dance Society aims to teach people the beautiful art of oriental dances. It is a great workout for the entire body, as well as\u00a0a fun activity and an easy\u00a0way to meet new friends! Whether you're looking to try something new or fancy yourself as the next Shakira, with our fun classes and lively socials, Belly Dancing Society could be\u00a0perfect\u00a0for you! People of all levels and\u00a0universities (as well as outside university) are welcome! Beginners' classes are on Wednesdays, 6-7pm\u00a0@ Dance Studio of the Trinity Sports Centre,\u00a0Cambridge St, Manchester M15 6HP\u00a0(Google Maps link HERE) ***term time only***  For information about advanced and summer classes, please check our Facebook page! Only \u00a34 per class or \u00a315 for 5 classes \u00a0 Don't hesitate to contact us: \u00a0 Email:\u00a0uombellydancing2014@gmail.com \u00a0 Like and follow our Facebook page for the most recent updates:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/uombellydance/  \u00a0 For performance enquiries please contact our President Jade Ajagun-Brauns\u00a0on Facebook or email: jade.ajagun-brauns@student.manchester.ac.uk  "
    },
    {
        "name": "Bhangra",
        "description": "UoM Bhangra Society "
    },
    {
        "name": "Blockchainers",
        "description": "University of Manchester Blockchain Society Checkout our website: www.blockchainers.uk Despite the vast potentials that\u00a0blockchain and distributed ledger technology (DLT) have in improving various sectors of life, there are still mixed levels of its understanding. This society is created to help with that issue.  Join us as Blockchainers if you want to improve your knowledge, blockchain developer skills and support for\u00a0blockchain applications and ideas. There are\u00a0developers who want to research, non-technical Blockchainers interested to know more about how it works, cryptocurrency investors, blockchain and DLT entrepreneurs. Everyone interested is welcome to become part of The Blockchainers, as we are all here to learn together and help each other regardless of previous knowledge and experience. \u00a0 Opportunities: -Regular\u00a0Block_Session ( learning session, also\u00a0for chat and discussion) -Regular\u00a0Tech_Session\u00a0( for developers to learn with our experienced team about blockchain ) -Regular events and workshops -Regular newsletter -We have our Blockchain_Pub on Slack to chat anytime too. Members get what they put into it, but once you become one of us, we will send out newsletter to keep you in the loop! \u00a0 Become Blockchainers to be part of the first Manchester student Blockchain community and the 4th in the nation! "
    },
    {
        "name": "Board Games Society",
        "description": "We are a friendly and informal society for those who want to get together with friends and play social games.   The society is open to everyone, whether you are a board game enthusiast or a complete beginner we would love you to join!"
    },
    {
        "name": "Boxing",
        "description": "Boxing\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions",
        "description": "The BDS campaign opposes anti-semitism, islamophobia and any forms of racism as strongly as we oppose the oppression of the Palestinian people. For more than 67 years, Israel has denied Palestinians their basic rights and implemented a system of apartheid and settler-colonialism over the Palestinian people. Israel has stolen land, built Jewish-only settlements, expelled Palestinians or corned them into ghettos, surrounded by walls, military watchtowers and checkpoints. Half of the Palestinian people continue to live outside Palestine as refugees, denied their right of return to their homes, simply because they aren't Jewish. Israel is only able to maintain this system of settler-colonialism and apartheid because of the international support it receives from governments and companies across the world. In 2005, the Palestinian civil society called for the international community to Boycott, Divest and Sanction (BDS) Israel as a non-violent means to pressure Israel into complying with international law and the basic principles of human rights. As students, staff, alumni and funders of the University of Manchester, we refuse to allow the university to support Israel's war crimes and to take a stand and follow their claims of \"Social Responsibility\". We demand that the university stands for peace, and stands in Solidarity with Palestine "
    },
    {
        "name": "Bright Futures Manchester",
        "description": "With branches in more than 50 universities, Bright Futures Society is an industry-leading consultancy in the fields of graduate recruitment, graduate scheme implementation, internships, on-campus engagement and improving graduate employability. The society organizes a lot of unique and useful events such as mock assessment centers, interviews, presentations, workshops, trainings, career insights and many others, which give a deeper insight into companies\u2019 requirements to perspective employees. The main aim of Bright Futures Society Manchester is to create a better relationship between companies and students and improve students\u2019 network and employability.\u00a0 We bring together students from all faculties at the University of Manchester, catering for all degree disciplines. Bright Futures Society works closely with large recruiters such as Barclays, Ernst & Young, Accenture, Deloitte, KPMG, RBS, Rolls-Royce, TESCO, PwC, Nestle, Siemens, Vodafone, Teach First, etc. For more information about the society please email: bfmanchester.contactus@gmail.com Facebook group:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/244515808993019\u00a0 \u00a0 Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/BrightFuturesManchester Website:\u00a0http://groupspaces.com/manchesterbrightfutures\u00a0 \u00a0 http://www.brightfutures.co.uk\u00a0\u00a0 Youtube channel:\u00a0http://www.youtube.com/user/BrightFuturesNT\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "British Asian Society",
        "description": "Hello there! Welcome to the British Asian Society. Our goal is simple. We are a social society that seeks to bring together people of an Asian background - regardless of faith or nationality. We have three aims:  To hold great social events for our members. To provide a platform for those of Asian background, British or otherwise, to socialise with one another.\u00a0 To celebrate British Asian culture, and teach it to those around us.  Either join here, follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter (@britasiansocmcr), or send an e-mail to britishasiansociety@gmail.com to be added to our mailing list. We hope to see you at our events! \u00a0 Peace, love and ladoo, The BAS team "
    },
    {
        "name": "BSc Economics Society",
        "description": "The BSc Economics Society is an academic society at the University of Manchester aimed\u00a0towards students and alumni of the BSc Economics\u00a0course, as well as other courses.   We aim to:\u00a0  - Build a platform for our members to interact, bridge the gap between all year groups and make long lasting friendships.\u00a0  - Encourage engagement in current affairs and current national and international economic discussions.\u00a0  - Support and advise our members helping them to prepare for their careers and gain a competitive advantage in job market. \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Buddhist Society",
        "description": "The aim of the Manchester University Buddhist Society is to provide an opportunity for those who wish to learn about Buddhism, however much or however little they already know. The Society is not confined to any particular school, and is interested in theoretical and practical aspects of Buddhism.\u00a0 Whatever the interest everyone is very welcome! e-mail manunibuddhistsociety@gmail.com Facebook group Manchester University Buddhist Society \u00a0 Throughout the academic year we offer the following activities: Meditation Sessions Weekly mediation sessions.\u00a0 Venue and times vary depending on the season so\u00a0please make sure to join\u00a0our Facebook\u00a0group here\u00a0or send us an email to manunibuddhistsociety@gmail.com to add you to our mailing list. \u00a0 Invited Speakers Throughout this year we will also be inviting external speakers to come to the University to give talks on Buddhism and meditation, and we will be arranging trips to different Buddhist centres, so be sure to keep your eye on our Facebook page! \u00a0 Retreats and trips to Buddhist centres Trips to Buddhist centres, such as the Manchester Buddhist Centre in Northern Quarter, Manchester centre for Buddhist Meditation in Chorlton,\u00a0Kwan Um Zen centre in the Peak District and more. \u00a0 Greater Manchester Buddhist Convention We are involved in organising the Greater Manchester Buddhist Convention (GMBC), which will be held on Sunday 29th of September\u00a0at the Manchester Buddhist Centre in Northern Quarter. This will be an interesting day of talks and classes aiming to increase the communication between different Buddhist traditions\u00a0and university students. For any updates please make sure to join\u00a0our Facebook\u00a0group here\u00a0or send us an email to manunibuddhistsociety@gmail.com to add you to our mailing list "
    },
    {
        "name": "Bulgarian Society",
        "description": "English"
    },
    {
        "name": "Cancer Awareness in Teenagers and Young People Society (CATS)",
        "description": "CATS is\u00a0dedicated to promoting awareness and early diagnosis of cancers in young people. Whether it's events, fundraisers, or\u00a0talks\u00a0we're here so that teenagers and young people know what signs to look for and when to go and get themselves checked, potentially saving lives. Now a Charity that is also in several other universities around the country, CATS wants all young people to know the 5 key signs of Cancer (Fatigue, Weight loss, lumps and bumps, unexplained pain and changes in a mole).  If you'd like to get involved, then get in touch at cats.manchester@gmail.com\u00a0or on our Facebook page: CATS Manchester. You can get involved with us as much or as little as you like, there is no commitment.\u00a0 We look forward to meeting you,\u00a0 The CATS Team. www.facebook.com/CATSmanchester  "
    },
    {
        "name": "Canterbury Court",
        "description": "Canterbury Court JCR, a student committee elected to run activities and events in halls to benefit residents. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Cardiothoracic Society",
        "description": "Cardiothoracic Society\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Cheerleading with UMC",
        "description": "About us \u00a0 We are the University of Manchester Cheerleaders! We love to stunt, jump, tumble and cheer on our fellow sports teams at Manchester along with competing at national level competitions.\u00a0We cater for all ability levels. UMC consists of our game day squad who cheer on our fellow Manchester University sports teams (open to anyone, no auditions required) and several competition teams including all girl, co-ed (mixed gender), pom dance, urban cheer\u00a0and stunt teams (try outs required). \u00a0 New to cheerleading? \u00a0 if you\u2019ve never done cheer before don\u2019t let that hold you back! Come and have a go, we know you\u2019ll love it and there will be lots of guys and girls in the same boat as you learning the basics. Even the most skilled cheerleaders have to practice the basics of cheer so our freshers training sessions are a perfect oppertunity to learn the skills required for our try-outs in October 2018! \u00a0 Cheered before? \u00a0 If you\u2019ve done cheer before then you\u2019re in for a treat! The beauty of UMC is that we have cheerleaders of all levels. In May 2018, our Elite squad competed in a stunt group compteition ranging from levels 1-4. Our team founder and coach (who is also a qualified judge with UKCA)\u00a0Kathryn Adamson and Cat Hayward are exprienced level 3, 4, 5& 6 competitors who\u00a0will be sure to push your skills to the next level! \u00a0 How can I get involved? \u00a0 Here at UMC you can choose in what ways you\u2019d like to be involved. For example: \u00a0 - I want to be a UMC cheerleader, but I don\u2019t want to compete \u00a0 If competing isn\u2019t your thing then not to worry. We hold monthly open practices where you can learn\u00a0basic cheer skills as well as different stunts for use at displays and sports matches we cheer at. \u00a0 \u00a0 - I\u2019m only interested in stunting and gymnastics, I don\u2019t want to dance or wave pom poms \u00a0 Do you want to throw people in the air, learn to tumble and learn advanced stunt sequences? Then\u00a0UMC Stunt\u00a0team is the place for you. We focus on pushing our gymnastic skills and undertaking strength training to create jaw dropping stunts. This is not for the faint hearted - stunt team members must be fit, dedicated and strong to pull off our demanding stunt sequences! \u00a0 - I want to do everything UMC related including competitions \u00a0 Our competition squad, UMC Elite, holds try outs in October. We plan to compete at a minimum of three competitions throughout the academic year. If you want to further all aspects of your cheerleading skills, be part of a great team and push yourself with a bunch of like-minded people then Elites is the place for you. In addition, being a part of UMC Elites will assist you if you are interested in becoming a member of the UMC committee in 2019/20. As being involved in all aspects of club helps to build your \u2018UMC CV\u2019 ready for committee elections which take place after the Easter break. \u00a0 Try out information \u00a0 Try outs for our competative squads will be held in October. NO previous experience is required. The most important quality of those trying out for UMC Elite\u00a0is a dedicated and positive attitude. If you\u2019re someone who will be at every training session and will work hard, these qualities will outshine those with higher skills who are less dedicated, so come and have a go! \u00a0 What will I have to do at try outs? \u00a0 Only those who have joined the society and paid their membership fee will be eligible to try out for any of our competition teams. Try outs are made up of five main categories: \u00a0 1) Dance \u00a0 Our Choreographer and Pom Captain Erin will teach you a small section of dance at the practise sessions prior to try outs. Bear in mind the more sessions you attend, the more chances you will have to learn the dance. \u00a0 2) Jumps \u00a0 \u00a0You will be asked to demonstrate some jumps such as a toe touch, pike and hurdler. These will be taught during our Freshers welcome sessions. \u00a0 3) Motions \u00a0 \u00a0You will be asked to perform a short cheer so we can see your cheer motions in action. Again this will be demonstrated at sessions prior to try outs. \u00a0 4) Flexibility \u00a0 You will be asked to show how close you are to left, right and middle splits. You will be asked to show any other stretches you can do such as a heel stretch, scale, scorpion, bridge and bow & arrow. If you can\u2019t do any of these it is not a problem, so don\u2019t let this list put you off coming! You will have plenty of time to learn these skills, we just like to know the flexibility level you are currently working at. \u00a0 5) Tumbling \u00a0 You will be asked to perform a dive forward roll, cartwheel (one handed if you can), handstand and round off. Don\u2019t worry if you have never done gymnastics before, we will take this into account the most important thing is that you are willing to try. Remember you will have the opportunity to learn the basics at fresher\u2019s training. If you have other tumble skills to demonstrate we would like to see a round off back hand spring, backwards and forwards walkovers & a standing tuck back. \u00a0 Most importantly just remember to enjoy yourself! Performing with a smile is a sure way to draw the judges\u2019 attention to your performance! We have chosen people at tryouts with ZERO tumbling ability and undeveloped flexibility because their positive attitude to hard work\u00a0has shone through during training sessions. Don't worry if you\u2019ve not yet got the skills - prove you\u2019re dedicated and you\u2019ll be sure to make a place on the team. GOOD LUCK!  \u00a0 Want to know more? \u00a0 Keep up to date with all things UMC on our facebook page! Just search for the University of Manchester Cheerleaders. You can also check out our website, www.purpleandproud.co.uk, twitter @umc_cheer & Instagram @umc_cheer. We look forward to hearing from you! \u00a0 Cheer love, UMC Committee 2018/19 x \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Cheese and Wine",
        "description": "Join us to eat cheese and drink wine :) We accommodate everyone, we will supply soft drinks and vegan cheese for non drinkers and those with dietary requirements.\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Chemical Engineering",
        "description": "Connecting Chemical Engineering Students, Friends, Alumni socially and especially professionally with industry. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Chemistry Society (ChemSoc)",
        "description": "Welcome to the University of Manchester ChemSoc page \u00a0 UoM ChemSoc is led by an elected committee with the goal of enhancing the chemist's time at UoM. We provide a wide range of activities and events that enable people to get to know everyone from the entire school, both staff and student, in a more relaxed environment. Throughout the year we will be running academic events, careers events, lectures and of course a number of socials with the highlight being the end of year ball!.\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Facebook:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/UoMChemSoc/ \u00a0 Instagram:\u00a0https://www.instagram.com/uomchemsoc/ \u00a0 Twitter:\u00a0https://twitter.com/UoMChemSoc \u00a0 Website:\u00a0http://www.chemistrysociety.org.uk \u00a0 Hope to see you around!!!! "
    },
    {
        "name": "Chess Society",
        "description": "Welcome to the University of Manchester Chess Club! It doesn't matter if you are a beginner, a club level player or even a strong GM, if you want to play chess in the university, you are in the right place!\u00a0Our aim is to promote chess in the university, and to play competitively against other universities.\u00a0 The University of Manchester Chess Club organizes a variety of events throughout the year, including:  Weekly chess sessions Beginner lectures Simultaneous exhibitions from our top players Friendly matches against other universities Termly Rapid and Blitz tournaments  For more information please join our facebook group:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/uomchessclub/ \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Children's Hospital University of Manchester Students (CHUMS)",
        "description": "C.H.U.M.S - Children's Hospital University of Manchester Students.\u00a0 About Us Who are we? We are a medical student organisation who spend Wednesday evenings at the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital playing and interacting with the kids. \u00a0 Our goals For the student  It will be fun! Give Medical Students hands on paediatric experience.\u00a0 Improve students\u2019 communication skills with the children/parents Students will be able to reflect on their experiences and add this to their portfolio Improves students CV  For the children  Make their time at the hospital more enjoyable Make the hospital less scary Break up their day and give them something to look forward to Give parents a break to allow them to get away Happier patient = Quicker recovery time  For the hospital  Improve patient satisfaction  \u00a0 Our Committee: Co-Presidents - Abbie Gartland & Laura Rico  Vice President - Tarryn Saidel  Social Media - Tess Angus  Treasurer - Sameerah Khan  Social Secretary - Ollie Biggs  Session Leads - Jake Hancock, Usman Nasir, Hannah Roberts, Michaela Vernon & Hannah Wong \u00a0 Social Media: Facebook:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/CHUMSuom Instagram: @teamchums \u00a0 Please don't hesitate to contact any of us if you need anything! \u00a0 Alternatively, you can contact our Consultant Supervisor Dr Davis at Naomi.Davis@mft.nhs.uk \u00a0 All the best, The CHUMS team "
    },
    {
        "name": "China Investments Fund",
        "description": "China Investments Fund "
    },
    {
        "name": "Chinese Christian Society",
        "description": "Manchester Chinese Christian Society (MCCS) is a student fellowship in the Manchester Chinese Christian Church (MCCC).  \u00a0 We are a group of Mandarin-speaking Christians from Mainland China, Macao, Hongkong, Indonesia, Singapore etc. Here we share our faith of Christianity, the mysteries of life and the truism of love. Here we also sight to enable more people to know our Savior, Jesus Christ.  \u00a0 In MCCS, Bible study sessions (Mandarin) will be held regularly. Different topics of talk, games, sports and other recreational activities are also held to know each other better. We are completely open to the public, no fees nor any memberships are required, and in MCCS we welcome you to join us, whether you are religious or not and it does not matter what your religious background is. \u00a0 We welcome every single one of you to join us, making here a great place for you to be in Manchester.  \u00a0 We currently hold a regular weekly 18:30 gathering at the University of Manchester, University Place 5.206 (Subject to change) to provide a place of faith for Manchester Mandarin speaking students and academics.  \u00a0 Follow our WeChat public account to get updated: \u66fc\u57ce\u534e\u4eba\u57fa\u7763\u5b66\u793e  (Pinyin: man cheng hua ren ji du xue she) \u00a0  "
    },
    {
        "name": "Chinese Students and Scholars Association",
        "description": "Chinese Students and Scholars Association in Manchester (CSSA-MAN) was established in 1982 and is a non-political, non-religious and non-profit organization, which organises, sponsors and supports various social activities among Chinese students and scholars in Manchester. CSSA-MAN is committed to developing unique and attractive programs and activities locally in Manchester. This enables Chinese students, scholars and other ethnic individuals interested in China to experience and enjoy a richer, fuller and more successful life in Manchester. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Chinese Studies Society",
        "description": "Welcome to the Chinese Studies Society! \u00a0 Are you interested in Chinese culture?  Are you a Chinese student and would like to learn/practise English?  Are you a UK/international student and would like to learn/practise Chinese? \u00a0 Our society welcomes anybody who would like to explore Chinese culture, including food, film, music and festivals! We also provide the opportunity for Chinese students to meet and socialise with students from the across the UK and all over the world. Our society includes those studying Chinese Studies at the University of Manchester, arranging study sessions and language exchange for Chinese students wanting to learn English, and other students to learn and practise Chinese! \u00a0   Networking and friendships between Chinese and UK/international students   Regular socials and get-togethers to enjoy Chinese culture   Learning about China and Chinese culture   Support for those studying Chinese Studies \u00a0 We look forward to seeing you soon! \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Official Society Facebook Group:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/UoMChineseStudies/ \u00a0   "
    },
    {
        "name": "Choir And Orchestra Society (CAOS)",
        "description": "What is CAOS? The Manchester Universities' Choir And Orchestra Society (CAOS) is a social, non-audition music society that exists to provide enthusiastic musicians of all ages, genders, and backgrounds a space to come together and perform music to a good standard, simply because they enjoy singing and/or playing together. Our musicians are of a wide variety of abilities, and we welcome members at any point in the year, even if you haven't sung or played your instrument for a while!  We aim to perform two concerts per year, but we also organise a variety of social events across the year, including our hugely popular Blackpool day-trip (Semester 1) and our annual Residential weekend (Semester 2). Our rehearsals are every Tuesday during term time, and will take place at St Chrysostoms Church (4A Anson Rd, Manchester M14 5BG) at the following times:  CHOIR: 18:00 - 20:00  ORCHESTRA: 20:00\u00a0- 22:15 \u00a0 How do I get in touch?  - Visit our website at www.caosmanchester.co.uk  - Join the Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/caosmanc  - Like and follow our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/caos.manchester  - Contact the Committee on chair@caosmanchester.co.uk "
    },
    {
        "name": "Christian Union",
        "description": "Welcome to the University of Manchester\u00a0Christian Union! What is the UOMCU? We are a group of Christian students at the University of Manchester with one aim: to give every student an opportunity to hear and respond to the message of Jesus Christ. We meet regularly on Tuesday evenings and hold events where the Christian message is explained from the Bible in a simple and approachable way. Hall groups meet every Friday all across campus and there are regular prayer meetings throughout term. How to contact us There are loads of ways to find out more about who we are\u00a0and our events: Facebook -\u00a0facebook.com/UoMCU Instagram -\u00a0instagram.com/uomcu Website\u00a0-\u00a0https://uomcu.com\u00a0 Email -\u00a0uniofmcu@gmail.com "
    },
    {
        "name": "Citizens Society",
        "description": "Teaching the skills to lead winning campaigns Citizens Society is the first of its kind in any university - modelling the principles of Citizens UK, home of community organising. Community organising is democracy in action: winning victories that change lives and transform communities. It's about turning normal citizens - and normal students - into leaders, and turn the world as it is into the world as it should be. We do this by developing an understanding of how power works - and how to bring diverse communities together\u00a0around clear goals and well-researched strategies, to wield people power of their own to transform the world into a more just place. This is politics without parties, this is democracy in action. Last year we won the campaign to get the University of Manchester accredited as the UK's 5000th Living Wage employer - that's right, a student campaigning society that wins! This year we have three campaigns - one focused on-campus, and two branching out into the wider community. We will also be organising training sessions so you can learn the skills to build powerful, winning campaigns. All our campaigns will be sharing a major training day on October 3rd where we will be learning how to build networks for change. Listening Campaign We are launching the University's first Listening Campaign, where we ask students what they think needs to change about our SU, the University, and around the city. This is a great networking opportunity if you're a fresher or living away from halls! #MisogynyISHate We are fighting to get GM Police, and the country at large, to recognise misogyny as hate crime. After our well-attended rally last year and our recent attendance at the national Law Commission review into hate crime, we are continuing to\u00a0network with women's organisations in Manchester to build the power base for this campaign and embark on further actions. Rusholme Sponsors Refugees Our team is working with local schools, churches and residents in Rusholme to settle a refugee family in the area. Like us on Facebook "
    },
    {
        "name": "Citywise",
        "description": "To train student volunteers and offer them continued support whist they work in local communities offering character mentoring to vulnerable children and young people at risk of disengaging from formal education. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Classics and Ancient History",
        "description": "To bring members of the department together. Networking and supporting\u00a0members\u00a0first year in their introduction to university. Socials, jumpers\u00a0and an annual ball! For more information please contact: emily.pond@student.manchester.ac.uk or alternatively, find us on Facebook\u00a0. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Cognitive Neuroscience Society",
        "description": " Are you fascinated in how the brain works? Do both psychology and neuroscience interest you?  Then CogSoc is the right place for you! Here you can discover more about the brain and the mind while meeting new people with similar interests. By becoming a member of the Cognitive Neuroscience Society you will be able to take part in a variety of social and cultural events, and get help and support throughout your time at the University of Manchester. \u00a0 Join now or get in touch: \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Like us on\u00a0Facebook!  \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Send us an\u00a0email (cogsocuom@gmail.com)    \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Comedy Society",
        "description": "The University of Manchester Comedy Society is for students who love comedy. Whether you are a fan, a writer, a performer or all of the above, we are the society for you. We will organise performance nights where you can show your stuff, be you a total newcomer or a seasoned veteran. We also have weekly meetings to sharpen your writing, performing or imrpov skills. If you're interested in trying your hand at some comedy, or you just fancy watching us make fools of ourselves, come along and have some fun! \u00a0 Also to keep up to date with all our events, like our Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/mucsoc Or, should you need to contact us via email we can be reached at:\u00a0uomcomedysociety@gmail.com "
    },
    {
        "name": "Community First Responder",
        "description": "Community First Responder Society "
    },
    {
        "name": "Computer Science Society (CSSoc)",
        "description": "CSSoc, short for Computer Science Society, seeks to represent and provide events and socials for students of the School of Computer Science, whilst also avoiding the traditional stereotypes associated with computer science. \u00a0This is done through holding competitions and quiz nights (past prizes have included iPods, hundreds of pounds of Amazon vouchers), a no expenses spared ball (previous venues including the Hilton and the Palace Hotel) and even more events planned for the coming year!\u00a0 More than that, if anyone wants to get involved and get some support running their own event they think would be of interest to our members, we are more than happy to give the support you need, be it through organisation or running it. Although we are focussed on computer science students, everybody is welcome to join in any events. We have built up some great links with graduate employers over the last few years and actively encourage informal networking sessions for those interested in careers in the computer science industry. Our current sponsor is Credit Suisse, who we manage events on campus for. We also manage the merchandise for the School of Computer Science. We're also here for those who just want to have a good time, maybe find out about some new things and generally just enjoy university life! Contact us on: info@cssoc.co.uk  Facebook:\u00a0http://www.facebook.com/cssoc.man  Website: www.cssoc.co.uk  Twitter:\u00a0https://twitter.com/cssoc "
    },
    {
        "name": "Contents Creators",
        "description": "Hey there! MUCCS (Manchester University Content Creators Society)\u00a0is a place for students\u00a0who are trying to accomplish something through creating content, whether that be a blog, YouTube channel, podcast, freelance writing or anything else of that nature. This can be an existing hobby/project or one you are interested in pursuing.\u00a0The society aims to inform members of tips and tricks to improve marketing of their project/business (how to utilise social media). We want to help members\u00a0add\u00a0value to their content and connect\u00a0with others also trying to accomplish something! We will run monthly meet up events and socials as well as expert talks on a range of subjects ad hoc! "
    },
    {
        "name": "CoppaFeel!",
        "description": "N/A "
    },
    {
        "name": "Crackchester",
        "description": " The one and only cyber security society at The University of Manchester. Our goal is to raise awareness on today\u2019s security issues and focus on providing knowledge not available through any course modules. We regularly organize workshops and CTFs. For each topic, we have an introductory workshop, where everyone is welcome regardless of their information security background. For those, who want to take a deeper look at the topic, we present a second - more practical - workshop. On CTFs, we partner with several different companies to bring you a wide range of exciting InfoSec challenges and to provide the optimal hacking environment to solve them. Come for the food, stay for the fun \ud83d\ude09 Join our Facebook group, where we discuss information security news and issues. People with non-computer science subject backgrounds are also welcome!  \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Creative Writing",
        "description": "Enjoy writing? Or simply want to give it a try? Then join us! As a society we bring together writers to share their work, learn from others and simply have fun. We run fun\u00a0workshops every Friday from 4-6pm\u00a0during the semester where we write\u00a0together, experiment\u00a0with different styles, and have fun with writing exercises. We also try to vary our socials between a relaxed night a the pub and alcohol friendly and daytime socials too. In the past we have hosted several\u00a0spoken word events which has been a great way to explore the spoken word scene in Manchester and to dip into what it means to perform and share our\u00a0writing (publicly). Please contact us with ideas too as we're always open to trying new things out. Our facebook group is\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/454110951444006/ Our society email is cwsblogsubmissions@gmail.com See you soon! \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Criminology Society (MUCS)",
        "description": "MUCS is the law school's Criminology society - our aim is to bring together any student studying Criminology as well as students who have an interest in the criminal justice sector. As an academic society, we aim to offer opportunities to learn new things in the field of criminology. MUCS brings in guest speakers from a range of criminological and legal\u00a0areas. In recent years, we have conducted workshops with one of Wales' Chief Firearms Officers and even an ex-offender from the Strangeways Riots. This year we will strive to deliver talks that are just as engaging and interesting. \u00a0 Our aim is to create a sense of community amongst Criminology, Law with Criminology and Sociology and Criminology Students. Members from all years will be invited to our socials, along with friends from other courses. This is how the social calendar for the year is looking so far:  Meet and Greet\u00a0 Bar Crawls Cinema visits Christmas meals Foodie nights Charity Bake Sale Escape! event Police officer ride-along End of exams celebrations End of year meal  \u00a0 Membership is \u00a31 all year and will grant you discounted access to academic talks, society events and the end of year formal. All the money received from memberships, donations, end of the year formal and other fees for events will go to a proposed Criminology linked Charity. You can propose the charity you believe is the most appropriate, and it will be added to our list. \u00a0 Once you've gotten yourself signed up, be sure to stay up to date with us on social media! Facebook - www.facebook.com/MUCSpage Criminology Freshers Page - www.facebook.com/UoM-Criminology-Freshers-2017-18-128935794392194/ \u00a0 If you have any questions, please contact the society President or Vice President: loredana.duca@student.manchester.ac.uk ojnharman@googlemail.com \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "CrossFit Team",
        "description": "The Sport of Fitness. Strong body! Strong mind!\u00a0   The University\u00a0of Manchester CrossFit Team is now starting its third year and takes the place of the already established \u201cFit & Lift\u201d society.\u00a0   CrossFit is a sport designed to improve your health and overall fitness levels, to make you stronger, faster, and more conditioned. The sessions are based on constantly varied functional movements, usually performed at high intensity. It involves the core movements of gymnastics, weightlifting, powerlifting, running and more. This sport creates worlds fittest, but is perfect for any individual who wants to improve their own level of fitness and wellbeing, both physically and mentally. CrossFit is also brilliant accessory training for other sports, and will no doubt help you improve your performance in these areas.\u00a0   We call our society a Team because of the way in which this sport helps create a sense of community, and motivate and support each other in and outside the Box (gym). However, other than just training, the CrossFit Team reflects all aspects of a University society. Our aim is to bring the community outside the gym, with socials and nights out, and to link our members to the numerous activities that the Student Union offers like climbing, hiking, sailing, surfing if people desire. Based on the number of subscriptions and if people want to, the society will also try to organize a trip during the second semester.\u00a0   People of all fitness levels can benefit and enjoy these CrossFit sessions. The training sessions are scaled to each individual, and you can chose to do only what you are comfortable doing. The main aim being simply to support each other one workout at a time and to try and all get fitter together. You are free to train just to keep healthy or to compete in CrossFit events or in any other sports.    We will be trained by a qualified CrossFit coach in the CrossFit Central Manchester Gym. Lessons will be twice a week on Sunday (13:00) and Wednesday (16:00) and cost \u00a35 per lesson pay as you go, or \u00a335 for 8 sessions. The lesson times could be changed if it suits the majority of people.\u00a0\u00a0   For any doubts, do not hesitate to contact us on facebook! We would love to see you at the taster session on Wednesday! https://www.facebook.com/groups/583828551662718/   Here's a link to the gym's fb page and a little vid about CrossFit and the gym itself!\u00a0 https://www.facebook.com/pages/Crossfit-Central-Manchester/43442472770   What is CrossFit?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mlVrkiCoKkg   #GetInvolved  Thanks guys! "
    },
    {
        "name": "CRUKSoc (Cancer Research)",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Czech & Slovak",
        "description": "Society pro v\u0161echny \u010cechy a Slov\u00e1ky studuj\u00edc\u00ed na univerzit\u00e1ch v Manchesteru.\u00a0 FAQ: Budou pivka?\u00a0Ano Jak\u00e1 pivka? \u010cesk\u00e1 Budou \u010dasto?\u00a0Budou Jsem nov\u011b\u00a0v Manchesteru, n\u011bjak\u00e9 rady?\u00a0Napi\u0161 komukoli ze skupiny anebo sleduj na\u0161i str\u00e1nku\u00a0a p\u0159ij\u010f na social:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/ManCZSK/ \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Dalton-Ellis Hall",
        "description": "A student committee who are elected to run activities and events in halls to benefit residents. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Dance Society",
        "description": "Welcome! The Dance Society is a student run society at The University of Manchester, although we also happily welcome students from across Manchester, including Manchester Metropolitan University, RNCM and The University of Salford. We have classes\u00a0for all abilities in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Contemporary and Street. We also\u00a0have intermediate and advanced\u00a0teams in these styles along with Lyrical and Wildcard\u00a0which\u00a0compete in Nationwide Competitions, including our own (which is one of the biggest in the UK!). We also put on a Christmas and Easter show during the year, so everyone has the chance to perform! It's never too late to join, just turn up to the classes you're interested in.  Please check out our website for more information, or our social media for updates about classes and events! Website: uomdancesociety.com Facebook:\u00a0The University of Manchester Dance Society\u00a0\u00a0 Twitter:\u00a0@UoMDance Instagram:\u00a0@uomdance YouTube:\u00a0https://www.youtube.com/c/uomdancesociety Awards Arts & Media Society of the Year 2018/19 Arts & Media Society of the Year 2017/18 Best Event\u00a0- Manchester Dance Competition 2016/17 Society of the Year 2015/16 Arts & Media Society of the Year 2015/16 Arts & Media Society of the Year 2013-2014 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Darts Society",
        "description": "To provide a society for those who share an interest in playing darts first and foremost, and have an interest in watching darts. The society would run a couple of meetings a week for games between the society members to take place. Further-a-field, the society would play other Universities in a league format that is already up and running around the country, and would compete at the UK Universities Darts big Weekender, to try and be named the best University Darts team. When the yearly Premier League Darts comes to the Manchester Arena, the society would aim to arrange a trip to go and watch for those who wanted to attend. Above all, our society would like to arrange an event against Manchester Met University and add it to the varsity series, and hopefully make it an event which could be spectated in one of the Student Union venues. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Debate Mate Society",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Debating Union",
        "description": "Interested in foreign affairs, economics, feminism, politics or philosophy? The Manchester Debating Union is a society, which encompasses universities across Manchester.\u00a0 The MDU runs competitive debate training; improving your knowledge of current affairs and gaining confidence speaking in public. We send teams to competitions across the UK, Europe and the World. Debating teaches you to look at any issue from all sides. All our training events are held in University Place at 5pm for the start of our training sessions \u2013 beginners are welcome at any time of the year! \u00a0 Our membership fees vary to account for different levels of interest: -\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a310 for training sessions only for a year -\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a315 for training and entry to intervarsity debating competitions for a year -\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a335 for training and competitions for the whole of your university course \u00a0 To keep up to date on all of our events during freshers, join our group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mdunion/ and like our facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ManchesterDebatingUnion/?fref=ts \u00a0 \u00a0 For any further queries contact us at: chair@mdu.manchester.ac.uk \u00a0 Visit us at: Website - http://www.mdu.manchester.ac.uk/ Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/mdunion/ Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/groups/mdunion/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/#!/mdunion "
    },
    {
        "name": "Dermatologist Soc (DermSoc)",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Disabled Students' Society UOM",
        "description": "Welcome to the Disabled Students' Society!\u00a0 \u00a0 We are\u00a0a group of disabled students at the university, trying to create a fun, accessible place for disabled* students to socialise, campaign and access useful information together. We plan to hold regular social and informational events throughout the year, so make sure to join and/or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.\u00a0Please get involved, we're always on the lookout for new members, and definitely get in touch if you're thinking of helping us run this! We could always use more help to make things a success.\u00a0 The society is open to all self-defining disabled* students, and our informational events may be open to everybody. If you want to bring a non-disabled friend to our events, that's fine, we just want to make sure we're creating a space which is accessible and safe for self-defining disabled students in particular.\u00a0 We'll endeavour to make our events as accessible as possible, and make our event descriptions as thorough as possible. Please let us know if there's anything we've missed, or anything we could do better, we always want to hear from you! Disabled* = Disabled Student's Society UoM recognises the hardships around getting formally diagnosed, and so welcome self-defining disabled students, as well as those with long term mental and physical illnesses/disorders etc \u00a0 Committee: Chair: Syd King (He/They) Secretary: Weronika Matczuk (She/They) Treasurer: Evelyn Sharrock (She/Her) Social Secretaries: (1) Charlotte Maxwell, (2) OPEN Publicity & Communications: (1) OPEN, (2) OPEN Campaigns & Society Fundraising: (1) OPEN, (2) OPEN Inclusions Officers: (1) Charlotte Maxwell, (2) OPEN Welfare Officers: (1) OPEN, (2) OPEN \u00a0 Please contact us/ follow us\u00a0at:\u00a0 Email: disabledstudentsuom@gmail.com Facebook Page:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/DisabledStudentsUOM Facebook Group:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/disabledstudentsUOM/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/uomdisabledsoc "
    },
    {
        "name": "DisneySociety",
        "description": "Disney Society "
    },
    {
        "name": "Dogs Unleashed",
        "description": "Come and join the University's most animal-loving society! Partnering with local Manchester Dogs' Home, we take our members to the centre to volunteer onsite with the charity's rescue dogs: helping to walk them and to look after their wellbeing.\u00a0  We also run a number of off-site fundraising trips and trips to events run by both us and MDH.\u00a0 If you're an animal lover, would like to volunteer outdoors or would like to support an amazing cause, then sign up and volunteer with us!\u00a0 For more information, get in contact with us through Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/dogsunleashedatuom/) or through email (dogs.unleashedatuom@gmail.com)\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Drama Society (UMDS)",
        "description": "Hello and welcome to the University of Manchester Drama Society (UMDS)! \u00a0 We are a society that brings together student actors, writers, directors, producers and creatives to create some of Manchester's most vibrant fringe theatre. Our mission statement is to provide opportunity, diversity and inclusiveness. We offer multiple performance opportunities throughout the year, producing around 20 shows during the academic year, plus scratch nights and\u00a0creative workshops. \u00a0 In the first semester we have our Autumn Fringe. We welcome submissions of all kind; published plays, new writing, works-in-progress, devised work or something else entirely. Let your imagination run wild! Part of this season is the Freshers\u2019 Play, a show comprised entirely of first years. Our second semester is our in-house fringe festival, the MIFTAs. Around eight plays are staged and judged by a selected panel, with awards presented at our annual Drama Ball. After Easter is The Shorts season where original short plays are showcased back-to-back, a great chance to try your hand at writing. Finally, the Society takes up two shows to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival every year where members have the opportunity to experience the biggest, most exciting arts festival on the planet.\u00a0 \u00a0 Alongside these, we have a large variety of socials and fundraisers throughout the year, including HIVE, our informal scratch night, bringing you further opportunities to showcase work throughout the year.\u00a0 \u00a0 Anyone interested in creative team roles can submit themselves to The Pool. If your application is successful, you will be allocated a show to work on that seems a good fit for you and your interests. Have no fear, however! Unsuccessful applicants first time round will be considered from the pool for future productions.\u00a0 \u00a0 We\u2019d love to have you join the society so please click the link above to get your membership. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to email\u00a0secretary.umds@gmail.com.\u00a0 \u00a0 Follow/like us on social media:  Facebook:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/uomdramasoc/  Twitter: @UoMDramaSoc  Instagram: @uomdramasoc \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Duke of Edinburgh's Award Society",
        "description": "Our society is dedicated to helping our members primarily complete the Duke of Edinburgh's Gold Award\u00a0- whether you have already completed a\u00a0Duke of Edinburgh's award, have already started completing your Gold Award\u00a0or are looking to begin your Award journey, this will be one of the most valuable experiences you will gain throughout your time at university, using the experience in job applications to achieve your career path. We aim to inspire, guide and support students in their self-development as they volunteer, acquire\u00a0new skills, engage in physical activities\u00a0and complete an exhilarating expedition so as\u00a0to ultimately achieve the widely recognised Duke of Edinburgh\u2019s Award. For students who have already completed their Award, we also offer the opportunity to allow you to\u00a0support other students in the completion of their award and get an experience of what it's like helping to run a DofE Award scheme. 2019/2020 Committee:  Chair: Caitlin Fotheringham Treasurer: Tia Jobbins Secretary: Josh Bugden\u00a0 Inclusions Officer: Immie Davies  Get in contact with us either through our email or social media, all questions are welcome:  Society e-mail:\u00a0uomdofe@gmail.com Facebook Page:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/University-of-Manchester-Duke-of-Edinburgh-Award-Society-108299390570915/ Facebook Group:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/337824796282937/  And don't forget to join us on Facebook to keep up to date with the society! \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Eastern African Society",
        "description": "Welcome to the University of Manchester Eastern African Society! \u00a0 Our mission is to bring together Eastern Africans in the University of Manchester thus solidifying the Eastern African presence on an international platform. We hope to enrich the quality of life, promote patriotism and welfare and strengthen unity amongst members; the East African community, Swahili speaking community and friends of the Eastern African society. Additionally, we aspire to make all East Africans studying in Manchester active participants in the society. We will achieve our mission by:  Providing a forum for information sharing in the areas of culture, language, educational, economical, health, social and legal issues. Providing a forum for discussions about important issues related to our countries of origin and to promote their positive values and culture. Providing opportunities for networking and social interaction.  \u00a0 Our vision is to disintergrate counterproductive walls of isolation. The more people that cooperate with one another, the greater the development in worldwide technology, culture, wealth, and overall well-being. Today, to be a citizen of the world is to be open-minded toward all cultures, nations, and beliefs, a concept that is now almost a standard and is highly beneficial to the human mind. We therefore seek to unite our members and instil a virtue of togetherness between themselves and other global citizens. The core functions of our society include; organizing social activities, promoting our traditions and culture and promoting East Africa as a personal investment destination. \u00a0 How do we aim to do this? In furtherance of the objectives, the society stages talent shows and competitions for the promotion of East African culture and integration in general. Additional support and focus is being given to the promotion of social activities through fundraising techniques that subsidise our operational costs such as membership fees. Our future projects wil include environmental and sustainable energy aspects such as tree planting to promote ethical awareness amongst our members to inspire service in the public interest. We will also assist in the academic purpose of being in University by organising group study sessions in the library to increase the morale of our members. \u00a0 Where do we see ourselves in 3-5 years' time? As a reputable society within the Students' Union, with a wide variety of sponsors, and engaging in different outreach charity projects that can positively impact our native countries. \u00a0 For more information... Find us on Facebook at\u00a0http://www.facebook.com/EasocManchester Follow us on Twitter at\u00a0http://twitter.com/EasocManchester "
    },
    {
        "name": "Ecuadorian Society",
        "description": "Welcome to the Ecuadorian Society at the University of Manchester. The Ecuadorian Society aims to bring together not only people of Ecuadorian origin, but everyone with an interest in our culture and way of life. We have lots of exciting socials, and also academic events, planned for this upcoming year. Our goal is to bring a flavour of Ecuador to you guys here in Manchester, to enable you to get an accurate image of what our country is truly like. We hope to see many of you getting involved with this new society, it will be a fun and informative experience for everyone involved. \u00a0 You can find us\u00a0on Facebook and keep track of our activities: https://www.facebook.com/UoMEcuadorianSociety/ If you have any queries please contact us to: ecuadoriansocietymcr@gmail.com \u00a0 La University of Manchester Ecuadorian Society (UMES), es una agrupaci\u00f3n de estudiantes Ecuatorianos a nivel universitario quienes buscan ser un referente nacional en Manchester por medio del impulso de actividades culturales. La asociaci\u00f3n est\u00e1 conformada en su mayor\u00eda por estudiantes becarios cursando estudios de pre grado y post grado en distintas disciplinas. Fue fundada en agosto del 2014 por un grupo de j\u00f3venes con inquietudes socioculturales quienes buscaban formas en las cuales se d\u00e9 una vinculaci\u00f3n entre el conocimiento adquirido en la universidad y la realidad nacional. Actualmente en el 2015 est\u00e1 conformado por una red de 70 estudiantes en diferentes niveles de cursada en la universidad de Manchester. Misi\u00f3n: Crear un espacio dentro de la sociedad Universitaria para integrar a los estudiantes Ecuatorianos fortaleciendo y promocionando espacios de nuestra identidad nacional. Visi\u00f3n: Ser un pilar que vincule a los estudiantes y su conocimiento a la realidad nacional por medio del desarrollo de proyectos en distintas disciplinas, logrando as\u00ed reforzar y reposicionar la identidad cultural a nivel internacional. Puedes seguirnos\u00a0en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UoMEcuadorianSociety/ Si tienes alguna pregunta sobre la sociedad puedes comunicarte con nosotros a: ecuadoriansocietymcr@gmail.com \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Electrical and electronic engineering basketball team",
        "description": "      Electrical and electronic engineering basketball team   \u00a0    \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Electrical and Electronic Engineering Society (EEESoc)",
        "description": "The EEESoc organises extracurricular activities for students in the University of Manchester School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering. The society aims to provide wider networking opportunities to students within the school, offering CV workshops, social events, team-building activities, company visits and sponsored presentations. EEESoc is committed to contextualise the role of Engineering and Technology in current global issues and enhance the employability of students within the school. For more information please contact: http://www.facebook.com/eeesoc "
    },
    {
        "name": "Emergency Medicine Society",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Emirati Student Society",
        "description": "Welcome to The Emirati Student Society! \u00a0We strive\u00a0to remove barriers between people of different nationalities and raise awareness of the local culture, customs,\u00a0and religion of the United Arab Emirates. We will be hosting various events such as\u00a0the UAE national day.\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Enactus - Entrepreneurial Action Through Us",
        "description": "Do you want the chance to gain work experience and develop your skills in an entrepreneurial\u00a0way via networking with amazing global partners such as Amazon, HSBC, Visa, Asda and so many others, whilst helping people in the local community? If you answered yes, then Enactus Manchester is perfect\u00a0for you! Enactus is a global student-led organisation which develops and implements social enterprise projects with the aim of giving students a chance\u00a0to use their degree skills as well as their business acumen to help empower others. Enactus Manchester currently runs five projects:  Speak Up\u00a0- an established social project which equips migrant parents in Manchester with English Language skills. Blossom\u00a0- a social enterprise which works with refugee women to create and sell craft products.\u00a0 EmpowerMEal\u00a0- a social enterprise which works with marginalised women to help them create a business where they will sell healthy meals to students. Next Step\u00a0- a project which will empower homeless people with the skills they need to seek employment. Innovation team\u00a0- an innovation pool created by Enactus Manchester to develop new projects; this year we will be focalised on the environment\u00a0and social business opportunities with international reach.  Enactus Manchester is always looking for passionate individuals to grow our projects.\u00a0 Contact Us: If you are interested in joining Enactus Manchester or want to find out more about our work please email us at\u00a0enactusmanchester@gmail.com\u00a0or find us on\u00a0Facebook (Enactus Manchester)\u00a0and\u00a0Instagram (@enactus_manchester).\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Engineering: Volunteering and Outreach Society (EVO)",
        "description": "The Engineering: Volunteering and Outreach Society (EVO) is a social responsibility orientated society that runs our own outreach projects, creating and delivering engineering activities to young people in order to generate an interest in engineering. In addition, our society runs and signposts students to other volunteering projects that give you\u00a0the opportunity to put their degree knowledge into practice. We aim to \u2018engineer a difference\u2019 by connecting students with the wider community to address engineering challenges and promote the study of engineering. To achieve this, we will be coordinating a student-led outreach team that will design and deliver engineering demonstrations and activities to local schools. We will also approach companies and community organisations to seek and help with any engineering challenges they face, whilst offering students the opportunity to put their knowledge and degree into practice. Please find our Facebook, Instagram and website below: Website Facebook Page Instagram   "
    },
    {
        "name": "Engineers Without Borders",
        "description": "We are a group of engineers at the University of Manchester who are a part of a wider organisation called Engineers Without Borders-UK (EWB-UK).  EWB are a young person-led charity that focuses on removing barriers to human development through engineering. Their programmes provide opportunities for young engineers in the UK to learn about technology's role in development. By taking part in activities, and with the support of the EWB-UK community, EWB members are making a difference to people's lives around the world.  The aims of the Manchester committee are to organise outreach to local schools to promote engineering and awareness of international development issues; design and test projects; hold events, talks and research for members and to liase with the national organisation in order to work with other branches and to advertise and subsidise trips to training events across the country.  This year, EWB - Manchester are working on a wind turbine design and make project and are expanding rapidly while giving their members the opportunity to learn about and get involved with development issues. For more information... Join our Facebook group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/manchesterewb/?fref=ts Like our Facebook page:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/EngineersWithoutBordersManchester If you have any questions that you can't get answered by contacting us through these ways, then drop us an email. Email: committee.manchester@ewb-uk.org "
    },
    {
        "name": "English Literature Society",
        "description": "To create a society for those studying/with an interest in literature that collates any literature related activity into one space. The LitSoc purpose is to inform students of all literary based activities that may be of interest, and to create a social environment where those studying at degree level are able to meet others with the same interest. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Esports Society",
        "description": "The Esports Society aims to promote grassroot esports in the university scene. We do this by entering our members into student only leagues such as the NUEL and NSE. We also host regular socials from casual meetups or viewing parties to bowling and other more organised events. To join our society, just click the \"Join this group\" button at the top of this page. Be sure to check out our Facebook group where we post our socials. As well as checking out our Discord server, discord.gg/UoMEsports, where we host tryouts and game nights.  We run tryouts for as many teams as we can create, so it doesn't matter if you're a high skilled competitive player or a more relaxed casual player there will be a team for you. The games we enter teams/players into are as follows:  League of Legends Counter Strike Global Offensive Overwatch Rainbow Six Siege Dota 2 Rocket League Hearthstone Magic the Gathering Arena Team Fight Tactics FIFA Battle Royales (PUBG, Fortnite etc.) Fighting Games (SSU, Tekken, MK11 etc.)  \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Estonian Society",
        "description": "To provide all Estonian nationals\u00a0and their friends at the University of Manchester with a means of staying connected and socialising to celebrate Estonian holidays. Information about upcoming events can be found on our Facebook group:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/650287981800741/ ; or our Facebook page:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/EstonianSociety/?fref=ts \u00a0 Big thanks to our sponsors of previous years: \u00a0 Leibur  \u00a0 Olde Hansa  \u00a0 Audiitorteenuse O\u00dc  \u00a0 DHL Estonia  "
    },
    {
        "name": "European Union of Women University of Manchester",
        "description": "       European Union of Women University of Manchester     Make friends, have an active campus life, and help us raise money for Women's Aid Manchester! From\u00a0bakesales and\u00a0coffee mornings, to bar crawls and parties, you can help us in our efforts to fundraise\u00a0for Women's Aid.\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Expenses approval group",
        "description": "This is a specific group of people who can approve exepenses through the\u00a0Student Expenses app. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Feminist Collective",
        "description": "At the Feminist Collective, we believe in the social, political and economic equality of all, REGARDLESS OF GENDER. As a society, we work to create networking opportunities for likeminded people; open up discussions around gender and politics in a range of fields; provide\u00a0education around intersectional feminism; and\u00a0campaign for a campus that is inclusive of people of all genders.\u00a0 Importatntly, our society is an inclusive, intersectional one. No discrimination or harassment of any sort will be tolerated. Our events and our spaces are open and welcoming to trans people, people of colour, and sex workers.\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Filipino Society",
        "description": "If you love Filipino culture, or are just plain curious as to what the Philippines is all about, come join Filipino Society! \u00a0 What do we do? \u00a0 We spread the word about the rich cultural heritage of the Filipino people through countless cultural events and gatherings - cooking lessons to make your own delicious Filipino food, trips to the events exported from those far away Philippine shores such as the famous Barrio Fiesta, film nights showcasing our greatest actors (their passion is intoxicating), conversational Tagalog (Filipino) lessons, Karaoke and much more! And, most importantly, you don't have to be Filipino to join in the fun! \u00a0  \u00a0 \u00a0 Also join our facebook page! \u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/200577313410107/ Any questions? Email minty.domingo@gmail.com\u00a0or message 'UoM Filipinos' on facebook "
    },
    {
        "name": "Filmmaking Society",
        "description": "UoM Filmmaking Society\u00a0exists to provide a platform for\u00a0aspiring filmmakers\u00a0attending the university - be it a continuation of a long-term hobby or a first time interest - to meet, exchange ideas and create\u00a0their own cinematic productions. The society aims to provide the means for groups of like-minded filmmakers to work together collaboratively, without a mandate beyond their own creative aspirations, by providing them with the necessary\u00a0equipment, organisation and oversight\u00a0to bring teams of people together to help actualise their creative\u00a0vision. Taking submissions for original briefs/full scripts for\u00a010-15 minute shorts\u00a0at the beginning and end of Semester 1, the society selects 2 successful pitches per semester to produce and represent the society and university as a whole, and aims to take these projects through the stages of pre production, filming and post production, to be screened in a showcase\u00a0at the end of the academic year. These films will be permanently\u00a0showcased\u00a0online through our YouTube channel, will be attachable to the\u00a0portfolios\u00a0of everyone involved, with respect to their role in the production, and eventually offered up for\u00a0competition/festival submission by using the channels available to the society. Full accreditation will go\u00a0to the creatives involved. Though the society can only commission 4 films per year to provide assistance with in production, all members of the society will be encouraged to get involved\u00a0in the various roles associated with a real film project, and everyone involved will be officially credited. Producing these films will take us to various\u00a0interesting locations\u00a0and the opportunity for trips\u00a0outside of the university will provides a unique\u00a0social\u00a0aspect. Outside of the main production activities, the society aims to communicate with\u00a0eminent guest speakers\u00a0to deliver lectures at various points throughout the academic year, organise diverse\u00a0society socials like weekly film nights, and forge links with other university societies that tie in with film, such as the University's Music Society, in order to enhance the quality of our final productions. We hope that the society will provide exciting\u00a0and varied activities for members throughout the year, as well as ultimately connecting each individual with the wider community of filmmakers and creatives present at the university. "
    },
    {
        "name": "First Love Society",
        "description": " First Love is a Christian faith society with the motto 'Love God, Love others'.  We offer\u00a0an open and lively environment to explore Christian faith through our activities and the opportunity to meet like-minded students.  We are proud to be part of the First Love Churches\u00a0network, an\u00a0established and expansive\u00a0network across the UK and internationally. This facilitates valuable\u00a0socialising and development opportunities.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Activities We hold weekly meetings and a number of events throughout the year where students are challenged by biblically-based readings and discussions. Our meetings and events are open to all students, irrespective\u00a0of faith or background. Our student members have\u00a0opportunities\u00a0to participate and\u00a0actively use their talents\u00a0in the society, such as by joining our music, choir, or dance groups, with\u00a0the chance to perform in our meetings, at term events and at larger scale gatherings within the wider First Love network. We also aim to develop the leadership skills of our members.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Events We value meeting together and sharing what we believe with others. Hence, our events aim to promote our society and make Christianity more accessible and relevant to the student community. These include outdoor community carnivals which have been successfully held in several major cities across the UK including London, Birmingham and Coventry. Other events include black tie balls, summer camps and Christmas and Easter holiday gatherings.\u00a0 Social Media Keep up to date with us on Instagram\u00a0and Twitter!\u00a0Our events/meetings times and locations\u00a0are regularly posted on these pages. \u00a0firstlovemanchester\u00a0 instagram.com/firstlovemanchester/ \u00a0\u00a0 @firstlovemcr  twitter.com/firstlovemcr \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0  \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 We look forward to seeing you at one of our events or meetings! \u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Flight Simulation Society",
        "description": "Flight Simulation Society (FSS) is an exciting, Student-run engineering society, catering for all students, not just those interested in flying.\u00a0It offers students the opportunity to design an aircraft from scratch and experience piloting their custom aircraft using a full motion flight simulator. The society also offers the opportunity for\u00a0some of the members to take their design to the US and UK IT Flies competitions run by MERLIN flight simulation, to get a taste of what projects other universities and students design.\u00a0 The Society also has a flight simulator building sector that shows members the building blocks of flight simulator design and allows them to help with the creation process and make simulators that the society use themselves. As well as hosting weekly socials to kick back and relax. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Francophone Society (French)",
        "description": "The Francophone Society reunites francophone students from across the world as well as students who are simply interested in the French language and cultures. Our aim is to provide an environment in which members can meet, develop friendships and enjoy the different cultures surrounding the French language. We organise the following activities:  French classes (beginner, intermediate and advanced) French discussion groups Cheese & wine nights Raclette evenings Crepes Film screenings Themed socials, bar crawls...  If you are interested in classes, e-mail us on manchesterfrancophone@gmail.com with the level you would like / your French study background and we will try to find a space for you, upon availability. Classes are rather informal, however we ask you to commit to them. They are capped to a maximum of seven students per group, so they should always fit in with your other commitments. The \u00a33 annual membership gives you discounted entry to all our paid events as well as free classes for a year! Contact us:  E-mail on manchesterfrancophone@gmail.com \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Join us on\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/UoMfrancSoc/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel\u00a0  "
    },
    {
        "name": "Friends of David Nott Foundation",
        "description": "       Friends of the David Nott Foundation We are a new student society at the University of Manchester, raising awareness of and fundraising for the David Nott Foundation. The David Nott Foundation was established in 2015 with the aim of educating surgeons and medical professionals with the skills to provide relief and assistance\u00a0in conflict and natural disaster zones around the world. Through education, these surgeons can then teach others and improve both local healthcare and medical education in countries where need is most acute. We will be raising awareness of the work of the Foundation at the university and fundraising for them. The money raised goes towards teaching surgeons,\u00a0many being from countries affected by conflict around the world. The teaching is done in two ways: firstly in London, at the Surgical Training for Austere Environments (STAE) course that David Nott teaches at the Royal\u00a0College of Surgeons of England. \u00a0 \u2018Scholars are chosen for their commitment to humanitarian surgery and priority is given to those from resource-poor or conflict-afflicted regions. We pay for their course fee, travel, visas, accommodation and sustenance when they are in the UK.\u2019 (David Nott Foundation). \u00a0 The teaching is also taken out around the world with the Hostile Environment Surgical Training (HEST) course - \u2018We have held three courses in Gaziantep, Turkey, for Syrian surgeons, doctors and midwives. We have also held courses in Yemen, Palestine, Iraq,\u00a0Libya and Lebanon.\u2019 \u00a0 We are an independent student group, not the David Nott Foundation themselves, however are working with the David Nott Foundation directly to raise\u00a0awareness of their work amongst university students and hopefully help train even more doctors. \u00a0 Follow us! Facebook -\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/fdnfmanchester/ Instagram - @fdnfmanchester Twitter -\u00a0@fdnfmanchester     "
    },
    {
        "name": "Friends of Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF)",
        "description": "Friends of MSF aims\u00a0to raise both awareness and funds for the work\u00a0Medecins Sans Frontieres\u00a0carry out and to provide info for those interested in working for MSF. Open to everyone interested in humanitarian aid- you don't have to be a medic to be part of our society. In the past our events have consisted of film showings, fashion shows, fun runs and bake sales and we are always open to new ideas!\u00a0 Email: msfmanchester@hotmail.co.uk Or visit the MSF website for more information:\u00a0http://www.msf.org.uk/ "
    },
    {
        "name": "Fuse FM",
        "description": "Fuse FM is Manchester University's student radio station. We first went on air back in 2001, and 13 years later we now broadcast from a brand new,\u00a0professional\u00a0quality studio from within the Students' Union. We broadcast online throughout the academic year and you can listen to live shows and podcasts on our website. We love our new home, but we need your help to sound great on air. If you want to get in on the action, you'd be more than welcome! We are constantly on the look out for new talent, so if you fancy yourself as a music journalist, producer, DJ, news reader, or think you have what it takes to host your own show, Fuse FM is certainly the place for you! Not only is Fuse FM a fun organisation to be part of, but we can help you if you are interested in getting into the radio industry. Past Fuse FM members have gone on to find work at the BBC and commercial radio stations. \u00a0 Interested? You can look out for our stall at the Welcome Fair or send an email to stationmanager@fusefm.co.uk if you want to find out more. \u00a0 Visit us at: Facebook- facebook.com/fusefmmanchester Twitter- @fusefm website- www.fusefm.co.uk "
    },
    {
        "name": "Fuse TV",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Gaming Society",
        "description": "As a society, our aim is to unite the gamers of Manchester and provide them with a free forum to play and discuss all manner of videogames together. Since our inception, the society has arranged tournaments, console nights, and many more socials including film nights, Laser Questing, Pub Quizzes, and Pub Crawls. We are open to people who play video games both casually and competitively and we provide both the consoles and games where we can, keeping as many events as possible free to our members. We also have many of our\u00a0members bring their\u00a0own handheld consoles. Our most popular events are our famous free Console Nights, usually in the Student\u2019s Union, where we set up several consoles with a variety of multi-player games for anybody to grab a controller and start playing.\u00a0 Our society is free to join. For more information on our upcoming events follow us on: https://www.facebook.com/UoMGamingSoc/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/UoMGamingSociety https://twitter.com/UoMGamingSoc https://www.instagram.com/uomgaming/ https://discord.gg/MSdr2QP www.steamcommunity.com/groups/gamingsociety "
    },
    {
        "name": "GEMS (Geology and Environment for Manchester Students)",
        "description": "Bringing together the students in the SEES department.  Creating events for Geology and Environmental Science students. "
    },
    {
        "name": "General Practice Society (GPSoc)",
        "description": "The General Practice Society in collaboration with the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) and Manchester medical school, work to promote general practice as part of RCGP's national scheme. This means we can use the college\u2019s network to bring to you the best associated with the speciality.\u00a0  The need for medical students to be interested in general practice cannot be emphasised enough. A latest report in June 2014 by \u2018Pulsetoday\u2019 revealed that the number of GPs are down by 3% since 2009. Another report by them quoted that the number of medical students wanting to be GPs in 2013 was just 28% whereas 50% of registrar posts are for GP training.  We aim to remove the stigmas surrounding general practice and rectify this as a back-up career mentality. Not only do we want to attract more students towards the speciality but we also want to provide a platform for students who are currently interested in the speciality to get the best careers advice and have their questions answered.\u00a0  Some of the proposed ideas for events include, but not limited to: inviting GPs with a special interest to talk through how they got to where they are and what their job entails, inviting GPs to talk through the implementation of the health and social care act 2012 and the role of the clinical commissioning groups as this remains a mystery for a lot of medical students. We also hope to put on some more interactive sessions such as discussions regarding ethical dilemmas faced by GPs in daily practice or NHS budget management.  We have a very enthusiastic committee excited for the year ahead, we look forward to seeing you at our events! "
    },
    {
        "name": "Geographical Society (MUGS)",
        "description": "An essential part of the Geographical community as Manchester, MUGS aims to bring together Geographers from across the year groups\u00a0to socialise and learn with events ranging from nights out and fundraisers, along with interesting speakers from across the world and 3 different sports teams- Football, Hockey and Netball. Come join us, in one of the oldest societies in Manchester, with a legacy behind it, and become part of the geographical community. Events running this year:  Charity quiz night GloBall, our annual black-tie event with a three-course\u00a0 Lecturer research talks and departmental seminars Fortnightly socials Volunteering Royal Geographical Society Geography Ambassador scheme Mapathon, a humanitarian mapping programme. First year X Lecture meet and greet Netball, Hockey and Football teams Debates And so much much more!  Remember to check us out on social media to keep up to date with all things MUGS, UoM and Geography: Facebook: MUGS (@mugs1892) Twitter: @MUGS_1892 Instagram:\u00a0@mugs1892 We can\u2019t wait to have you on board as fellow MUGS this year! "
    },
    {
        "name": "George Kenyon Hall",
        "description": "A\u00a0student committee who are elected to run activities and events in halls to benefit residents. "
    },
    {
        "name": "German Society",
        "description": "Liebe Studenten und Studentinnen, Throughout the year, we aim to celebrate German culture and language and increase interaction between students through social events and informal meetings. \u00a0We don't all study German, we definitely don't all come from Germany, and not everybody in the society speaks the language! \u00a0We hold events related to the culture such as Stammtisch, the Feuerzangenbowle and organise a day at the Christmas Markets.\u00a0\u00a0 Liebe Gr\u00fc\u00dfe, The German Society \u00a0 Keep in touch with other members through our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/germansoc/ \u00a0 For more information please contact: General: uomgerman@gmail.com \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Get Crafty For Charity",
        "description": "Are you interested in arts and crafts? Do you want to de-stress on a Wednesday afternoon? Then come along to one of our events! Our society\u00a0hosts a range of sessions - clay sculpting, hama beads, painting, knitting etc.\u00a0every two weeks in the Students' Union.\u00a0We're also open to new ideas so feel free\u00a0to give us suggestions! It is completely free to become a member\u00a0and you can choose to go to whichever sessions you want. We will provide all the materials and if you dont know how to make\u00a0crafts, we can teach you! Our society also takes part in the Newlife Foundation's Get Crafty Volunteer Programme, which involves raising money in fun and crafty ways for Newlife Foundation, a charity that supports disabled and terminally-ill children. If you would like to know more about our society and our upcoming sessions, join our Facebook group below: Facebook group:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/UoMGetCraftyForCharity/ Twitter: @GCraftyCharity Instagram: @getcraftyforcharity Email address: uomgetcraftyforcharity@gmail.com "
    },
    {
        "name": "Gilbert & Sullivan Society (MUGSS)",
        "description": "MUGSS is one of the largest and most vibrant student musical theatre societies in the country. We sing, we dance, we act, we build our own set and do all of our own behind the scenes crew work. Every year we put on a Gilbert and Sullivan show in a real theatre, as well as a modern musical, giving both crew and performers\u00a0the opportunity to work in a professional-level environment. In December this year we will be performing Jasper in Deadland and in Semester 2 we will be returning to our G&S roots with a performance of the Sorcerer. We welcome all levels of ability, talent and past experience, and guarantee all our members a place in the chorus, no audition necessary! We also have our own crew who create everything from sets to costumes and welcome anybody, especially if you've never done anything like this before. Rehearsals for our winter show take place on Wednesday evenings and at the weekend\u00a0(keep an eye on our Website and our Facebook page) and anyone is more than welcome to give it a go. For those interested in becoming part of the crew, our more experienced members will be able to give guidance in set-building, costume and prop creation, stage-managing, and the many other jobs involved in producing a show. Again, you don't need any previous experience! We are a very sociable, open and diverse group of people and we warmly welcome anyone who wants to come and be involved, whether you want to get stuck straight in and get involved with putting on our shows, or even if you just want to socialise and come along to see what we are all about. For more information, please visit: Our website:\u00a0www.mugss.org Facebook:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/mugss.shows/ Twitter\u00a0http://twitter.com/mugss Email: committee@mugss.org / chair@mugss.org \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Greek &Cypriot",
        "description": "      Greek & Cypriot    "
    },
    {
        "name": "HackSoc",
        "description": "HackSoc is now formed under a different society name. Please see the UniCS Society for more information.\u00a0 Thanks,\u00a0 Society Team. \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Handball Club",
        "description": "Handball is one of the fastest growing sports in England, why not be a part of it? Our society welcomes all new members, so whether you're a seasoned veteran or a complete newbie we'll be able to provide an entertaining and social sporting experience! Many of our players have never tried the sport before University, while others play in the top Handball league in the country. We run a Hall Sports session on Mondays 5-6PM at the Sugden Sports Centre which we cater for newer players and complete beginners and is completely FREE and we charge no membership fees either.\u00a0More experienced players can find out from us how to compete in the higher tiers of British Handball! We compete in tournaments throughout the year including National Student Championships and we are the only non-AU sport at Manchester who have the opportunity to compete in the prestigious Christie Cup! So if you're looking for a University sport, why not Try Your Hand at Handball! Our Facebook group for current students this year is: https://www.facebook.com/groups/275015439289241/ \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Sugden Sports Centre 114 Grosvenor Street Manchester M1 7HL   \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Harmony Gospel Choir",
        "description": "Hey everyone! Harmony Gospel choir is a choir\u00a0that looks for enthusiastic members to sing uplifting gospel numbers. No previous musical\u00a0experience or religious faith is required to join. We rehearse every Wednesday at the SU (in LG, Basement 1)\u00a0from 5-7:30pm,\u00a0feel free to drop it whenever :))\u00a0you don't have to audition! See you there!! Gospel love xxx \u00a0 Email: harmonygospelchoir@gmail.com Facebook: @ManchesterHGC Instagram: @ManchesterHGC "
    },
    {
        "name": "HCRI Society",
        "description": "This is a non-academic for the Humanitarian Conflict Response Institute (HCRI) school.\u00a0\u00a0Anyone is welcome to join this whether part of the insitution or not - this society is open to anyone with an interest! MEMBERSHIP: joining the society is free, however some events may incur a cost to attend. This will always be clearly stated! Courses within the institute:  \u00a0International Disaster Management and Humanitarian Response BSc Global Health MSc/PGDip/PGCert (online) Humanitarian Practice MSc Humanitarianism and Conflict Response MA International Disaster Management MSc Humanitarianism and Conflict Response PhD  Medical intercalations :  Global Health BSc Humanitarian and Conflict Response MA International Disaster Management MSc  We are a sociable and inclusive society and we pride ourselves on all our events being open to everyone :) \u00a0 Previous events from 2019/20:  \u00a0Junkyard Golf Pub Quizzes Attended Reclaim The Night banner painting and the event Hosted formal events Support and engage with important HCRI matters  "
    },
    {
        "name": "HEAL - Healthcare Alliance",
        "description": "Welcome to HEAL (Healthcare Alliance) we aim to unite students from all of the healthcare related courses in Manchester University. As students of healthcare courses ourselves, we noticed that we do not often mix with students of other related courses, and we are therefore often not clear of other roles in the healthcare team.This uncertainty then carries on to the wards and leads to segregation and barriers in communication, which may prove harmful for our patients. We plan to generate socialising and learning together as a multidisciplinary team!\u00a0 Thank you for joining us and help us bring together all healthcare students! We will e-mail you with updates about upcoming events throughout the year and other ways you can get involved with HEAL! \u00a0 See you all soon! \u00a0 \u00a0 Please also join us on facebook and twitter\u00a0 https://www.facebook.com/groups/UoMHEAL/\u00a0 https://twitter.com/UoMHEAL\u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "HealthOlympics",
        "description": "      Health Olympics    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Heartstart Manchester",
        "description": "A scheme set up by and affiliated with the British Heart Foundation run by Medical students who teach emergency life support to young people in schools in the Manchester area. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Hiking Club",
        "description": "As one of the most active societies in the university, we run hiking trips every weekend, to areas such as North Wales, the Lake District and Scotland. A great way to keep fit, meet interesting people and visit beautiful parts of the country. Our trips are designed to have hikes for all abilities, so don\u2019t worry about not being to keep up, whether you want to go up a gentle lakeside hill or scramble up an exposed Scottish peak. We also have a huge variety of weekly social events, plus our hikes and socials nearly always finish up in the pub! \u00a0 Feel free to come along just once or twice, or join us every week if you want! You will find us in the Hive, upstairs in the SU, weekdays from 12:30 to 1:30 pm Monday to Friday in term-time. This is where you can sign up for hikes and collect your membership cards. \u00a0 Get in touch  Chair - chair@umhc.org.uk Vice-Chair - vicechair@umhc.org.uk Secretary - secretary@umhc.org Treasurer - treasurer@umhc.org Web Secretary - webmaster@umhc.org.uk  And email addresses for the rest of the committee are on our website. \u00a0 Find out more  Website: www.umhc.org.uk Facebook group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/2222364440/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/UoMHikingClub Instagram:\u00a0https://www.instagram.com/u_m_h_c/  \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Historia Normannis - Manchester Cell group",
        "description": "To have students come together and learn about 12th century England by the recreation of history through living history displays. \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "History Society",
        "description": "   The History Society aims to bring together all history students whether they are studying single or joint honours. We have lots of exciting things planned for this year including a trip abroad, socials (including a bar crawl and pizza night)\u00a0and a Staff-Student quiz.  As well as the fun stuff, we\u00a0organise\u00a0careers events in order to\u00a0assist people with making career choices and offer\u00a0advice be it with their essays or module choices. We are happy to help with all aspects of university life for History students at Manchester.\u00a0 To get involved with the society all you need to do is join our Facebook group (University of Manchester History Society)\u00a0where we will be posting all the information you need about upcoming events. You can also follow us on Twitter (@UOMHistSoc), Instagram (uomhistsoc) or contact albert.jennings@student.manchester.ac.uk by e-mail.\u00a0    \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Homeless Healthcare Society",
        "description": "The Homeless Healthcare Society is a student-led group at The University of Manchester. We are seeking to improve the care received by some of society\u2019s most marginalised groups, particularly individuals experiencing homelessness. We are achieving this via three key steps. \u00a0 Understand: Lectures and workshops delivered by experts working in these fields, such as support workers, healthcare staff and charities. Previous topics have been cases in homeless health, synthetic cannabinoids (Spice) and healthcare of sex workers. \u00a0 Engage: We help direct students to volunteering opportunities, thus gaining useful hands on experience. This includes assisting a nurse-led clinic at a local homeless drop-in centre, but also directing people to the numerous other voluntary services in Manchester. \u00a0 Improve: We are trying to change attitudes towards homelessness for all current and future healthcare staff. This includes awareness of patients\u2019 rights to accessing care (no address needed for GP registration!) and the complex needs of these patients \u00a0 If you would like to get involved, follow our Facebook page or email homeless.health.soc@gmail.com "
    },
    {
        "name": "Horniman House",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Hulme Hall & Burkhardt House",
        "description": "A\u00a0student committee who are elected to run activities and events in halls to benefit residents. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Hummus Society",
        "description": "Hummus Society "
    },
    {
        "name": "Hungarian Society",
        "description": "Bringing together Hungarians and those who have an interest in Hungarian culture. The Hungarian Society aims to provide a platform of social networking, cultural exchange as well as educational and professional opportunities for all Hungarian students of the University of Manchester. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Hyperloop Manchester",
        "description": "What is Hyperloop? The\u00a0Hyperloop\u00a0is a proposed high-speed transportation system in which specialized pods are accelerated through a low-pressure tube to achieve speeds near the speed of sound. The system is intended to provide a more cost-effective and faster mode of travel between cities separated by distances less than approximately nine hundred miles. First conceptualized in 2012 by\u00a0Elon Musk, the tech entrepreneur leading numerous high-profile companies including\u00a0SpaceX\u00a0and\u00a0Tesla Motors, hypothetical benefits of the Hyperloop include immunity to weather, lack of crashes, rapid speed, low power requirements, and energy generation for its operation. \u00a0 The theoretical transportation system we call Hyperloop would transport people-filled pods or cargo-filled pods over long distances through steel tubes. Magnetic levitation and big vacuum pumps would do away with pesky friction and air resistance, letting those bus-sized vehicles zip along at speeds. It wouldn\u2019t just be fast, Hyperloop could be cheaper and better for the environment than the planes, trains, and cars. \u00a0 Three variations of the exterior design are currently being explored for vehicle pods. One pod design uses air bearings; this design relies on a system to create a bed of air for the pod to glide upon and is the basis of Elon Musk\u2019s original Hyperloop idea.\u00a0Another pod design uses magnetic levitation; this design was used by the winner of the \u201cBest Overall Design Award\u201d.\u00a0The third design uses high-speed wheels for speeds under 100\u00a0mph and air bearings for higher speeds \u00a0 \u00a0 Info about the Competition? The SpaceX tube track, enclosing an almost total vacuum, will eliminate air resistance. Sophisticated electronics and programming have been designed to ensure a stable ride.\u00a0SpaceX announced the Hyperloop Pod Competition in 2015. The competition\u2019s goal is to support the development of functional prototypes and encourage innovation by challenging student teams to design and build the best high-speed Pod. The first three competitions were held on January 2017, August 2017, and July 2018, and were the first of their kind anywhere in the world. \u00a0 How to recruit students to our team? There will be an online registration form demanding students\u2019 major, interests in Hyperloop, and their resume. Also, an interview will be made with candidate students. \u00a0 Schools that we prioritize for application: MACE,\u00a0Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Physics, Computer\u00a0Science\u00a0and Software Engineering, Business and Management, Industrial Design \u00a0 How many students would compete in the team? Our team will be up to 40 team members. Hyperloop teams don\u2019t include many people. The team will be divided into sub-teams. \u00a0 What funding would we need? Business and management sub-team is responsible to find appropriate sponsorships and funding. We mainly expect to be funded from the University and sponsors. \u00a0 The purpose? As the UoM students, we want to contribute our ideas by building a small-scaled Hyperloop model and highlight the name of the UoM in this important project. To do so, we would like to compete in the Hyperloop Competitions. \u00a0 Contact: E-mail: hyperloopmanchester@gmail.com hyperloopmanchester@outlook.com Website:\u00a0https://www.hyperloopmanchester.com/ LinkedIn:\u00a0https://www.linkedin.com/company/hyperloop-manchester Facebook:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/479330085952236/ "
    },
    {
        "name": "Indian Dance Society",
        "description": "Ever wanted to dance to some Indian Tunes? Well now you can!   The main aim of our society is to give the students of Manchester the opportunity to learn different Indian dance forms. We will hold weekly lessons for 2 different dance styles: INDIAN CLASSICAL DANCE (Bharathanatyam) and BOLLYWOOD/BHANGRA, which are both suitable for all abilities! The society has won the \"BEST ARTS AND MEDIA AWARD 2014-15\"\u00a0and was also\u00a0nominated in this category in the year 2013-14, which was the year IDS was formed!\u00a0 Our society is open to everyone who enjoys dancing! Students from other Universities are welcome too!  \u00a0 For more info and any questions: Facebook -\u00a0facebook.com/IndianDanceSocietyUoM\u00a0 Gmail- indiandancesociety@gmail.com Youtube -\u00a0youtube.com/IndianDanceSociety Instagram - @idsuom \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Indian Society of Manchester",
        "description": "        The Indian Society of Manchester is a voluntary, non-profit purely student-led organisation, registered with the University of Manchester Student\u2019s Union. It was founded over a decade ago, and serves to promote the extravagantly rich Indian culture and heritage, and promulgate the essence of India within Manchester in order to build and sustain a community.  The society aims to endorse the intricate beauties of the diverse Indian culture amongst people of from all ethnic backgrounds. It strives to highlight the growth of India and it\u2019s influence in the political, economic and social arenas at a global level and inculcate a feeling of pride, patriotism and affection for India and Indians within the University.\u00a0     It was nominated for Best Society \u2013 Cultural & Faith for four\u00a0consecutive years at the Students\u2019 Union Awards in 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017 along with nominations for India Week and Diwali Mela in Best Events in 2014, 2015 and 2016\u00a0respectively.  The society organises up to 20 events in a year, ranging from festival celebrations, cultural evenings, fundraising and charity events, sports tournaments, Bollywood club nights, social activities and educational events.\u00a0 There are some things about home you can't do without, for everything else there's the Indian Society of Manchester!            This society is the perpetual sustainment of our innocuous dream, and we want everyone to be a part of this dream.\u00a0        \u00a0 \u00a0 For more information please visit our website:\u00a0 www.indiansocmcr.com \u00a0 or contact us via\u00a0 Email:\u00a0indsocmcr@gmail.com Facebook:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/IndianSocMcr Snapchat: indiansocmcr Twitter: @IndianSocMCR Instagram: @indiansocmcr "
    },
    {
        "name": "Inline Skate (Roller Bladein')",
        "description": "Inline Skating\u00a0Society! Do you skate or wanna learn? Ever heard of aggressive inline skating? Did you know that Manchester is home to some of the UK's best current rollerbladers? Come join us ay! We'll be heading to some street seshs when it's dry and\u00a0projekts (local indoor-ish skate park)\u00a0 when it's not. We'll also be chillin' and watch some VODs so give our facebook a follow to keep in the loop. If you've got any questions or wanna chat hit up our facebook :)\u00a0 https://www.facebook.com/UMRS-University-of-Manchester-Rollerblading-Society-121684969219601/ "
    },
    {
        "name": "Insightful Students",
        "description": "Manchester has a thriving research community from all academic disciplines- why not make the most of it by joining Insightful Students.\u00a0 If you like taking\u00a0part in research projects or want to promote\u00a0your own research, this is the group for you.\u00a0 Join up to get newsletters\u00a0about upcoming surveys, focus groups, creative workshops and more.\u00a0\u00a0 Plus there are usually some brilliant freebies and prizes on offer for taking part. This group is organised by The University of Manchester Research & Insight Team.\u00a0 We carry out research with the student community to make\u00a0sure that the big decisions affecting student life in Manchester are better informed.\u00a0 Current and upcoming projects: Student Life Survey\u00a0 - \u00a350 Trafford Centre or Amazon voucher prize draw, approx 10\u00a0minutes to complete, by Manchester SU Rate Your Landlord - \u00a350 IKEA or Amazon voucher prize draw, 10 minutes to complete, by Manchester SU Student Faith Survey - coming soon Curriculum Diversity Survey - coming soon "
    },
    {
        "name": "International Business, Finance and Economics Society",
        "description": "Welcome to the IBFE Society!\u00a0 Our society started from being an academic society for our degree course, International Business, Economics & Finance, but now we are open to anyone and everyone from the University of Manchester! We love to create\u00a0events for all students\u00a0to socialise and interact with each whilst having fun. From eating, drinking to even creating useful workshops for your future career paths - we want to create a community of support for everyone! "
    },
    {
        "name": "International Consulting Club Manchester",
        "description": "      International Consulting Club Manchester\u00a0    "
    },
    {
        "name": "IntoUniversity",
        "description": "IntoUniversity Society "
    },
    {
        "name": "IntoUniversity Society",
        "description": "      IntoUniversity Society    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Islamic Society (ISoc)",
        "description": "\u2022 The Islamic Society is a student run welfare organization. It is responsible for providing services for students (both Muslims and Non-Muslims) and aids to improve the image of Islamic cohesion on campus. \u2022 The Islamic Society is dedicated in helping Muslims and Non Muslims on campus to develop academically, spiritually and socially. ; \u2022 The Islamic Society provides the social psychology and wherewithal for students to benefit themselves, the community, both nationally and globally in every sphere in life. \u2022 Furthermore, the Islamic Society is there to help promote a true understanding of Islam and Muslims on campus and in the wider community. This is achieved by creating an environment that would facilitate dialogue, mutual understanding and respect. \u2022 The Islamic Society endeavours to facilitate for the spiritual needs of all Muslim Students on Campus \u00a0 For more information: manchesterisoc.com/contact \u00a0 Join us! \u00a0 \u00a0 Join Mailing list:\u00a0http://www.manchesterisoc.com/join Facebook: www.facebook.com/manchesterisoc Twitter:\u00a0www.twitter.com/manchesterisoc "
    },
    {
        "name": "Italian Society",
        "description": "The Society is formed by Italians studying at the Manchester University, Erasmus students coming from Italian Universities, English and international students belonging to the Italian Language Department and all those people within the University interested in the Italian culture, traditions and costumes.\u00a0\u00a0 The main aims of the Society are directed to promote and divulgate the best sides of Italy towards all the students of the University, as well as creating a small community of young Italians sharing the vibrant experience of living and studying in a different country. Thanks to the great enthusiasm built around this Society, we are able to offer many events during the entire Academic Year. We organise\u00a0aperitivos\u00a0during which both Italians and non Italians can chat and enjoy some quality food and drinks, movie nights where we show\u00a0Italian movies with English subtitles so that everyone can understand, and nights out of various sorts (we often end up going to international parties!). We are also planning a Pizza Masterclass where real Italian pizzaiolos\u00a0will teach us their art, and maybe an\u00a0Aperol Spritz\u00a0masterclass. On a more academic side, we run weekly Italian lessons for both beginners and more advanced learners; this is a great opportunity for anyone who is interested in learning more about\u00a0our language and our culture, in a friendly and informal environment.\u00a0 \u00a0 To keep in touch, do not hesitate to Contact us by email:\u00a0italiansocietyman@gmail.com Join our Facebook group:\u00a0University of Manchester Italian Society 2019/20 Follow us on Instagram:\u00a0@italiansocietymanchester "
    },
    {
        "name": "ITMB Society",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Japanese Society",
        "description": "University of Manchester Japanese Society (MJS) is a cultural society that aims to bring native Japanese students together with non-Japanese in order to help and share Japanese language and culture. We welcome anyone who has an interest in Japanese culture. We organise regular events such as pub social, clubbing, language exchange, Japanese lessons, etc. We also organise some Japanese seasonal events.   For more details, please contact MJS committee team.  japanese.manchester@gmail.com Please join our facebook group and instagram to keep in touch and follow the updates.  www.facebook.com/groups/MJS1819  www.instagram.com/mjs.manchester/ \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Jewish Society",
        "description": "To provide a quality Jewish experience for every Jewish student on campus, regardless of affiliation. To provide social, educational, cultural and religious events and activities throughout the year. To be proactive and lead the way in volunteering and raising money for a variety of different charities.\u00a0 To help students combat anti-semitism on campus.\u00a0 To give students the chance to lead a society themselves and play a large part in the running of their Jewish society. \u00a0 For more information please contact : Email -\u00a0president@manchesterjsoc.com  Facebook -\u00a0http://www.facebook.com/ManchesterJSOC  Twitter - http://www.twitter.com/manchesterjsoc  Website -\u00a0www.manchesterjsoc.com \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Just Love Manchester",
        "description": "Just Love exists to inspire and release every Christian student to pursue the Biblical call to social justice. Throughout the Bible we see thousands of verses speaking of God's heart for the poor and vulnerable. What if we saw an end to human trafficking? What if there were no more rough sleepers? What if Christian students were known for their outrageous generosity?\u00a0 We meet to pray, learn about the theology of justice, fundraise for amazing causes, campaign against issues of injustice, and volunteer in our local community. JLM is led by a committee of students but the vision extends our family across each church and university in Manchester. Key events:  - Fortnightly prayer gatherings, Thursdays (7-9pm) @ various locations.  - Every Wednesday afternoon we go out into the local community and volunteer together e.g. at Barnabus with the homeless.  - We host one off events e.g. pub quizzes, acoustic nights, guest speakers. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Kabaddi Club",
        "description": "Manchester Kabaddi Club allows anyone to enjoy and get involved with the sport of Kabaddi. \u00a0 We are open to everyone regardless of ability. We look to create a society which brings people together and helps strengthen all their abilities and improve weaknesses. It is also an opportunity for members of the club to take part in friendly competitions against other clubs from different Universities. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Kickboxing Society",
        "description": "Learn kickboxing, fitness and\u00a0self defence, and gain confidence\u00a0from the WKC Great Britain Coach. Our aims: To promote healthy lifestyle, teach about the martial arts and the philosophy behind them, train both body and mind. Create a friendly and supportive environment for people coming to sessions to be fit and healthy as well as to have fun. Provide opportunities for students to grade for belts several times a year. \u00a0 Activities we take part in: Focus mitts and kicking pads are used in boxing and kicking drills to provide target but keep everyone safe. The sessions usually start with a warm up containing different cardio exercises, sit ups, push ups and other activities. These are followed by boxing drills and/or kicking drills. The content of the sessions vary, but usually follow this structure "
    },
    {
        "name": "K-Pop Society",
        "description": "Love KPOP? Ever find yourself dancing or singing along to comeback videos? Want to find other people like you?   We welcome anyone and everyone - we are here to unite K-pop fans through events and dance! \u00a0 Make sure to like us on Facebook at\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/uomkpopsoc/ to check out more about our events...\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Kurdish Society",
        "description": "The society aims to introduce Kurdish culture to the rest of the world. We want to bring kurds and non kurds from all backgrounds together to\u00a0interact and appreciate our kurdish culture.\u00a0 For information and updates about upcoming events follow our Facebook page @mcrkurdsoc and Instagram @manchesterkurdishsociety "
    },
    {
        "name": "Kuwait Society",
        "description": "\u00a0 Kuwait Society\u00a0 Twitter / Instagram\u00a0| @KW_UoM\u00a0 Call/WhatsApp: +44 7380 375135 E-mail: k_uom@outlook.com \u00a0 Our Services: - Introduction of Kuwaiti culture and heritage.  - Maintaining a sense of community to those studying abroad.  - Providing support to Kuwaiti students on issues that may be culturally sensitive.  - Accommodation advice and support.  - Arranging academic and social events as part of a peer-mentoring system to support performance in university. Examples of such events may include:\u00a0trips, workshops, talks, study groups, and competitions in science, sport, and art. Additionally, gatherings may be set up for meals, celebrations, and religious observances by demand.  - Easing the transition/cultural shock for freshers.  - Organise volunteering opportunities.  - Enable and encourage students to have an active role in the university in addition to collaborating with other societies and organisations to achieve this.  - The society will consist of representatives of each course/faculty to our best ability.  - Provide a bridge of communication with the Kuwait Embassy and Cultural Office in regards to any concerns or support. \u00a0 Membership benefits: - Discounts on all events by the Kuwait Society. - 15%\u00a0exclusive membership discount at Al-Safa restaurant. - 10% exclusive membership discount at Ariyadh restaurant. - 10% exclusive membership discount at\u00a0Beirut restaurant. - 10% exclusive membership discount at Ariana restaurant. - 10%\u00a0exclusive membership discount at Olivita restaurant. - 10%\u00a0exclusive membership discount at Al Taiba Bukhari restaurant. - 10%\u00a0exclusive membership discount at Caspian restaurant. - 10%\u00a0exclusive membership discount at Mail Boxes ETC. - 10% exclusive membership discount at Sweet & Salt nuts. - 5%\u00a0exclusive membership discount at Islamic Life Shop. - Priority tickets for any limited seats events or trips.\u00a0 You will be informed a week before an event is announced on social media to everyone else. **The Society is currently working on so many more advantages and exclusive discounts for our members. You will be informed of any new updates as soon as they are confirmed. To benefit from your exclusive discounts you will have to present the official Kuwait Society member card to the restaurant when paying the bill or to the Kuwait Society when booking a ticket for an event. \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Labour Students",
        "description": "Manchester Labour Students (MLS)\u00a0is the biggest Labour Students club in the country, and one of the biggest, and most exciting student party political organisations in Britain. Throughout the year we campaign, both on campus for issues concerning students, faculty, and employees of the University, as well as in the wider city of Manchester, the North West, the rest of the country, and even trips to help our sister parties win abroad. We host interesting speakers, ranging from front bench politicians to local community activists. \u00a0 Contact: Sarah Cundy, Co-Sec of Manchester Labour Students\u00a0(manclabstudents@gmail.com) "
    },
    {
        "name": "Latin American Society",
        "description": "Welcome to the Latin American Society at the University of Manchester! \u00a0 La.Society hopes to become a welcome space for those students from all the different Latin American countries who might feel a bit isolated and might not seem to find people who share their same customs and interests, for those who might be having the time of their lives but would love to celebrate and exhibit their traditions, and for those who are interested in being part of this cultural exchange. Beyond becoming a big family in which anyone who would like to join will be accepted as a valued member, our society aims at becoming a network of Latin American students that create a space of linkage between the knowledge acquired at the university and the reality of Latin America. And not only a network of students, but also including Latin American members of the Manchester community. This year, we are glad to partner with EntreMundos, a Guatemalan NGO focused on the strengthening of local communities and the promotion of Human Rights and development on a national level (www.entremundos.org). If you're interested in volunteering with them, collaborating in our fundraising events and/or volunteering as a translator for their magazine (Spanish to English), send us a message on our Facebook page and we will give you more information. \u00a0 You can enjoy discounts from our partners, once you get your\u00a0la.society\u00a0membership card: \u00a0 \u00a0  All our activities are FREE for our members, but some of them will have a symbolic fee for non-members. Latin Party at Bliss - every Saturday (https://www.facebook.com/events/178968432835397/)  If you show your la.society membership card at the entrance of Bliss before 12am, you get free entry. If you do so before 1am, you get \u00a31 off of your entry. Salsa Social MCR - every Wednesday (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1560842854143609/)  If you show your la.society membership card at the entrance, you get a 50% in your entry (usually \u00a35 - \u00a32.50 for our members) Bachat\u00e9ame - Sunday (once a month) (https://www.facebook.com/events/263185734403342/)  If you show your la.society membership card at the entrance, you get \u00a32 off (usually \u00a0\u00a35 - \u00a33 for our members) YTS Latin Dances Manchester (https://www.facebook.com/YTS.LatinDances.Mcr/)  All our events with this company are FREE for members.  YTS classes (including the socials afterwards) have a \u00a0\u00a32 discount for members (usually \u00a0\u00a38 - \u00a0\u00a36 for our members).  If you only want to go to the socials, you get \u00a31 off of your entry with la.society card (usually \u00a0\u00a33 - \u00a32 for our members) Discounts on Smile Adventures trips (https://www.facebook.com/smileadventuresuk/)  Every trip has different discounts subject to availability. We will be publishing them on our Facebook page. Our you can send us (or them) a message asking for any promotions on upcoming trips.\u00a0  \u00a0 If you are willing to have the time of your life here at Manchester, the Latin American Society is an amazing opportunity you definitely cannot miss! \u00a0 For more information: Find us on Facebook at - https://www.facebook.com/LASocietyManchester/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lasociety_uom\u00a0 Email us at - societylatinamerican@gmail.com \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Lebanese Society",
        "description": "The\u00a0Society is run by Lebanese people studying at the University of Manchester, and has members from countries all over the world who come together to share the rich and diverse culture of our beautiful country. Our aim is to promote the traditions, know-how and\u00a0history of Lebanon through events which bring people together as a community. We want Lebanese people to have a sense of \"home away from home\" and non-Lebanese people to discover a festive way of life\u00a0that is\u00a0proper to us! Our events happen on a regular basis during the academic year. Don't miss our\u00a0iconic\u00a0Hummus Festival in March. And for the second year now we are organising a Lebanese Wine Tasting event (Wednesday 18th March - link on the society page) open to everyone - we hope to see you there! \u00a0 If you have questions or just fancy getting in touch Email us : camillelorfing.lebsoc@gmail.com Check us out on Facebook (all the events are there):\u00a0www.facebook.com/lebsoc.uom/ \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "LGBTQ Society",
        "description": "Welcome to the Official University of Manchester LGBTQ Society's Webpage\u00a0\ud83c\udff3\ufe0f\u200d\ud83c\udf08 \u00a0 Thank you for taking an interest in our society!\u00a0Manchester has had a long timeline of LGBTQ+ history and is famous for its LGBTQ+ activism, nightlife and other social events!\u00a0We as a society aim to support all LGBTQ+ students at university. Whether you would like to meet new LGBTQ+ people, get advice and support\u00a0or volunteer, we can help and direct you with all of this and more!\u00a0 We welcome all those that identify under the LGBTQ+ spectrum as well as allies.\u00a0You are more than welcome to come if you feel like you don\u2019t (or don\u2019t want to) identify under a specific label \u2013 just be yourself!   Many students have felt nervous coming to the LGBTQ+ society for the first time, whether you are not out (or not out to everyone), come from a background that is not understanding or accepting,\u00a0or are just nervous of meeting other LGBTQ+ students,\u00a0we are here to support you and really do want to make you feel welcome. The society\u00a0aims to provide\u00a0a space where you can completely be\u00a0yourself\u00a0without fear of judgment, criticism\u00a0or discrimination. We\u00a0encourage you to come along\u00a0and meet new people, the more people that come regularly, the better it\u2019ll be for you! \u00a0 What does the LGBTQ Society do? We organise a wide variety of social events, campaigns\u00a0and activities for all our members, from club nights and bar crawls on Canal Street to non-alcoholic socials such as our tea cup crawl in Northern Quarter and regular coffee socials at the LGBT+ Centre. We aim to make all our events fully accessible. We also help facilitate involvement with campaigning about LGBTQ+ issues with the UoM LGBQ+ and Trans campaigns officers. If you are a postgraduate or mature student, please feel free to come as\u00a0we have people of all ages who regularly attend.\u00a0We have many postgraduates and mature students\u00a0who join the society\u00a0and we put on regular postgraduate\u00a0and mature student\u00a0only socials which\u00a0have been very popular in the past. Please don't feel deterred from coming if you are a mature student, we have had students from all stages in university come to the society,\u00a0there really\u00a0is a mix!\u00a0If you are an international student or are BME, you are\u00a0more than welcome to come as we have members from many different backgrounds as well\u00a0as our own\u00a0BME group and you will be\u00a0supported\u00a0by our BME Inclusion officer.\u00a0The society is for all LGBTQ+ students including those that have interrupted\u00a0(taken a break from university,) it is what you make it!\u00a0 Finally, there is the\u00a0University of\u00a0Manchester\u00a0LGBTQ+\u00a0Mental Health Wellbeing Support Group run by the University of Manchester\u00a0Counselling Service and the LGBTQ Society. This is a peer support group\u00a0that anyone can drop in to, more information can be found here. On behalf of all the committee, we look forward to welcoming\u00a0you to our events this year, if you're a returning student\u00a0please don\u2019t worry if you haven\u2019t been to any events before, we have had many members who have come in their later years at university and have been glad they did! You are also welcome\u00a0to come to our events at any time throughout the year so don't be put\u00a0off if you're coming\u00a0towards\u00a0the end of the academic\u00a0year,\u00a0it\u2019s never too late! If you do have any questions or concerns, please feel free to email us at\u00a0uomlgbtqsociety@gmail.com we are here to welcome and\u00a0support you \u263a\ufe0f\ud83c\udff3\ufe0f\u200d\ud83c\udf08  \u00a0 UoM LGBTQ\u00a0Committee 18/19: Co-ordination Officer:\u00a0Georgia  General Secretary: Sean  Treasurer: Elias  Social Secretary: Edda  Events Officer (Open Place): Ruby  Events Officer (Women\u2019s place): Milly  BME Inclusion Officer:\u00a0Jiacheng  Disability Inclusion Officer: Role not yet filled  Campaigns and Fundraising Officer: Emily Wellbeing Secretary: Bridie \u00a0 Social Media Pages:  Facebook: www.facebook.com/uomlgbtqsociety  Twitter: www.twitter.com/uomlgbtqsociety  Instagram: www.instagram.com/uomlgbtqsociety  Tumblr: www.uomlgbtqsociety.tumblr.com \u00a0 UoM LGBTQ+ Mental Health Wellbeing Support Group: https://www.counsellingservice.manchester.ac.uk/lgbtq/ "
    },
    {
        "name": "Liberty in North Korea: UOM",
        "description": "      Liberty in North Korea: UOM    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Liberty Park",
        "description": "A\u00a0student committee who are elected to run activities and events in halls to benefit residents. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Linguistics Society",
        "description": "To encourage to exchange of language knowledge between students of different cultures, races and nationalities. To scale the wall that stands in the way of a simple international relationship whether business or diplomatic. To make language learning free, accessible and fun to all students who have their own language to share. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Lithuanian Society",
        "description": "Are you a Lithuanian student in Manchester looking to get to know your fellow countrymen?  Perhaps your Lithuanian friends were telling you about 'cepelinai' and '\u0161akotis', and you are curious to find out what on Earth those are?  Or maybe you simply want to experience the Lithuanian culture first hand? Look no further! LitSoc is here to unite all those with an interest in Lithuanian culture. Come join us at one of our events:  Regular socials \u2013 bar socials, movie screenings \u2013 you name it. Come along for a relaxed evening and get to know other people!  \u00a0  National food & holiday events \u2013 do you miss the \u2018tinginys\u2019 your grandma used to make? Fancy showing your culinary, artistic, and other skills? Join for a chance to share it with others!  \u00a0  Weekly quizzes \u2013 spend an evening with your friends with a chance to compete for prizes!  \u00a0  And much more..  Find all the latest news and information on our facebook page University of Manchester Lithuanian Society  Alternatively, get in touch with us by email "
    },
    {
        "name": "Live Music Society",
        "description": "The Live Music Society is dedicated to all aspects of live music performance. It aims to give students an environment in which to meet like-minded individuals who share a similar passion for music, and to present them with opportunities to perform in professional environments. This coming year will be the society's second since it was established, and will be featuring a variety of events including: \u00a0\u00b7 Weekly jam sessions - to meet other musicians, learn new techniques and experiment with genres and styles of music. \u00a0\u00b7 Trips to open mic nights, and other live music events around Manchester - learn the vast scene and meet with some of the people involved.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00b7 Society gigs - the main aim is to give members the opportunity to perform in a professional\u00a0setting, and we intend to put on two big gigs this year featuring individuals and groups from within the society. If you're interested in playing music, and want a relaxed environment to jam with others, come along to our Monday jam sessions! "
    },
    {
        "name": "Love for the Streets",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Madinah Society University of Manchester",
        "description": "  As salamu alaykum!\u00a0May the peace, mercy, and blessings of Allah be with you.\u00a0 \u00a0 Welcome to Madinah Society, University of\u00a0Manchester!  \u00a0 Madinah Society is a traditional/orthodox Islamic society which focuses on delivering islamic education to the muslim and non-muslim students. Our aim is to convey the message of Islam as delivered to muslims today through the islamic scholars of the past going back to the Prophet Muhammad (many peace and blessings be upon him).\u00a0 Madinah Society offers such education in the form of weekly classes/seminars, monthly/bimonthly lectures and one-day courses. Charity and social welfare is also a focus as Madinah Society arrange regular homeless feeds, bake sales to raise money for active charities, as well elderly home visits.\u00a0 Socialising with fellow university members is another integral part of Madinah Society, this is done through regular meet-ups for meals or outings to various social activities of which some include visits to ten pin bowling and the golf driving range etc. Madinah Society also arrange weekly football sessions and similar sport activities in order to maintain a physical and mental balance whilst studying at university.\u00a0 \u00a0     To keep updated, check your inbox for email updates on events and classes throughout the year.  \u00a0 You'll also find us on: Facebook: facebook.com/madinahsoc Instagram: instagram.com/madinahsoc\u00a0 Twitter: twitter.com/madinahsoc\u00a0 Snapchat: madinahsoc Youtube: youtube.com/madinahsoc Email: madinahsocietymu@outlook.com\u00a0 \u00a0 Wa alaykum as salaam,  Your Madinah Society Committee \u00a0  "
    },
    {
        "name": "Magic Society",
        "description": "Magic Society "
    },
    {
        "name": "MAGSOC (Mines Advisory Group Society)",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Mahjong Society",
        "description": "Welcome to the university of manchester mahjong society page.  \u00a0 Join our Facebook Page to stay up to date with events: University of Manchester Mahjong Society (UMMS)  \u00a0 For more information please post a message in the facebook group or contact: President, Markus Foo mahjongsoc.uom@gmail.com   \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Malayalee Society",
        "description": "This society aims to bring an array of cultural and social events related to the beautiful state of Kerala, located on the southern part of India. The University of Manchester is said to be the home of many Malayalees and by starting this society we hope to enlighten Manchester students with events that celebrate festivals such as Onam (festival of harvest,) Attukal Pongala (festival of offering) and Thrissur Pooram that are unique to Kerala. We also want to use this society for students as a means of making new friends, to deepen the understanding of our traditions, culture and language, Malayalam; and to explore various forms of art and dance such as Kathakali and Mohiniyattam, present within this state. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Malay Language and Culture Society (MALECS)",
        "description": " The Malay Language and Culture Society (MALECS) is a society which aims to introduce Malay Language, Literature and its heritage to UoM students. The Malay Language and Culture Society (MALECS) is dedicated in preserving the Malay heritage by organising activities such as Malay Debate Competition. The Malay Language and Culture Society (MALECS) is looking forward to diversify the activities by organising book reviews, public lectures, Malay Language and Literature classess and traditional games.\u00a0 The Malay Language and Culture Society (MALECS) is collaborating with The University of Manchester Library to add books written in Malay into their collection.  \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Join us! \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0For more information: malecs.manchester@gmail.com \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MalecsManchester \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Website: www.malecsmanchester.com "
    },
    {
        "name": "Malaysian Students' Society of Manchester (MSSM)",
        "description": "The Malaysian Students' Society of Manchester (MSSM) exists as a platform for Malaysians and non-Malaysians to interact and foster unity and goodwill through activities that showcases Malaysian culture. Run by a committee of 14, annually elected officers, who strive to provide a enjoyable and memorable experience for it\u2019s members during their stay in Manchester, to foster good relationships, and offer assistance among members. We strive to be your 'Home Away from Home'.\u00a0 \u00a0 Should you have any enquiries, please do not hesistate to drop us an email\u00a0mssm.secretary@gmail.com. \u00a0 Connect with us on all social media! Facebook Group:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/the.mssm/ Twitter:\u00a0https://twitter.com/MSSM_ Instagram:\u00a0http://www.instagram.com/instamssm Website:\u00a0http://mssmanchester.com/\u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Anaesthetics Society (UMAS)",
        "description": "Manchester Anaesthetics Society (UMAS) "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Business Advisory Society",
        "description": "Welcome to Manchester Business Advisory Society! We offer pro-bono consulting services to emerging enterprises and charities in the Manchester area. To do this, we harness the potential of ambitious students who create tailored innovative solutions guided by expert mentors from the industry.\u00a0 This year, we have two projects: one for a charitable organisation and another for an award-winning enterprise. Both will be running with five student-consultants in each. Our teams will engage in professional workshops from industry experts, which will better inform our integral members of what consulting really means and the process by which a project takes place. If you are interested in experiencing real-life management consulting and giving something back to the local community, this is the society for you! Like our Facebook Page for more information! "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Cardiovascular Society",
        "description": "The student-led Manchester Cardiovascular Society organises events for those with an interest in cardiovascular medicine/surgery. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Catholic Society",
        "description": "CathSoc is an extension of the Chaplaincy, which exists FOR STUDENTS!  Our mission statement is encounter God in intimacy, embrace family and community, enrich knowledge and understanding of Jesus and His Church, empower people to mission. We care very much about building a community here in Manchester, and it\u2019s through our mission statement that we hope to achieve this As a society, we run our own events: Our main weekly event is a student meal after the 7pm mass, so at around 8pm, every Sunday in the Chaplaincy (next door). We usually get around 40 people along, so it\u2019s a really nice and relaxed place to meet people. There is something for everyone at CathSoc; whether you\u2019d just like to attend a few events, or volunteer, or help run something - we are devoted to serving you! We are very responsive to feedback and suggestions, and so you individually can have a large influence! To keep up to date with what\u2019s going on, please follow us on our\u00a0social media platforms:  Facebook-\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/2221752921435591 Instagram- \u201cManchester CathSoc\"  \u00a0 And please look at our website as well:\u00a0https://www.manchestercathsoc.co.uk/?fbclid=IwAR1vwxkTw9KDtbgdHwN17IwlUqVm_VIDjAfbtO_nXnNnLOdjhLocwg1Qxxc \u00a0 If you have any questions, please pop into the Chaplaincy (opposite the SU) or message us on the CathSoc Facebook page! \u00a0 CathSoc committee members:  Theo McKeever- President Luca Colacino- Diversity and Inclusion Officer Celeste Coury- Social Media Officer Vincent Arciga- Volunteering Coordinator Annam\u00e1ria Kri\u017eovensk\u00e1- Secretary Zoe Ejiofor- Treasurer  "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Charity Fashion Show",
        "description": "      Manchester Charity Fashion Show    \u00a0We are a society and\u00a0community dedicated to helping others within Manchester whilst providing a creative space for students through the medium of the Manchester Charity Fashion Show. As a member, you will have access to the early bird sale tickets of the fashion show, meaning you can avoid missing out on the best student event of the year! These tickets will also be the cheapest going, so definitely not one to miss out on. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Chinese Business Society (MCBS)",
        "description": "Welcome to Manchester Chinese Business Society (MCB Society)! MCB Society is a unique business-focused non-profit organisation for Chinese students and those interested in the Chinese business environment. Our mission is to inspire and encourage our members to participate in business activities, to be employed by top companies, or to start their own business in the United Kingdom or China. \u00a0 FIND OUT MORE Email: team@uommcb.com Official Website:\u00a0http://www.uommcb.com WeChat \uff08\u5fae\u4fe1\uff09 Official Account: mcbsociety Sina Weibo\uff08\u65b0\u6d6a\u5fae\u535a\uff09:\u00a0http://weibo.com/uommcb Facebook page:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/uommcb Facebook group:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/uommcb.info/ Also, join our mailing list http://groupspaces.com/uommcb/\u00a0to receive the latest society news! "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Consulting Network",
        "description": "Manchester Consulting Network (MCN) is a student-led pro-bono strategy and management consulting society established in 2019.\u00a0Our initiatives aim to create both a consulting presence in Manchester as well as gather students with a common interest in consulting, entrepreneurship, problem-solving and innovation. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Dental Students Society",
        "description": "Join your MDSS to keep up to date with all your dental needs, discounted access to all events and a say in how we are run! We host amazing socials, offer sweet dental merchanise, host talks and competitions and much more. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Energy and Environment Society (MEES)",
        "description": "Aims:  To bring more energy-related events to the university and bridge the gap between students and academics working in renewable energy and the environment. To provide ways for students interested in energy and the environment to meet other like-minded students, so that we can take effective interdisciplinary action against the challenges we face in energy and the environment. To organise events where students interested in working in the environmental and renewable energy industries can network with companies.\u00a0 To promote a strong, science- and fact-backed argument for the use of renewable and low carbon energies.  Events: Throughout the academic year we will organise a range of inclusive events to cater to different interests:  Seminar series Debating sessions Pub quizzes Field trips Conferences Design projects Social events and many more!  Memberships: Membership is free and open to all students in The University of Manchester. Even though we are a science, technology and engineering based society, we welcome members from all disciplines who are passionate about the energy and environmental sector. We think that effective change can only be brought about by the collaboration of experts from a wide range of different fields. Website: http://uomees.weebly.com email: uomenergyenvironsoc@gmail.com Facebook: http://facebook.com/uomees Instagram: @uomenergyandenvironment Committee: President: Katja Eeckelers Vice President: Ugo Legendre Treasurer:\u00a0Zakwan Mohtadza Head of Events:\u00a0Akshay Amar Event Coordinators: Mohamed Hatem, Catherine Noonan Head of Marketing: Sarah Kashani Marketing Officers: Emma Kerrison, Zaid Hamoodi Design Officer: Jason Xiong Head of Sponsorship\u00a0: Daniel Alejandro Choconta Bernal Sponsorship Officer: Chris Davies, Yutong Sun Media Manager: Claudia Agnoletti Those who sign up through this website will be invited through email to join our Facebook group and be part of our mailing list. \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Entrepreneurs",
        "description": " Founded in 2008, Manchester Entrepreneurs was set up to create and educate a community of future business and society leaders. Today, the community has flourished and comprises\u00a0over 5000 members, being one of the largest student societies in the UK. Our\u00a0mission is to support students through a combination of advice, network and funding. Our community has produced more than 40 startups up to date and alumni founders went on to raise over \u00a31.2M in funding. We provide our members with access to information, mentors and funds by working very closely with the local, regional and wider ecosystem of businesses and educational institutions. We organize a wide range of events such as speaker series and workshops focused on developing valuable skills and giving our members opportunity to gain practical experience - there is something we can offer no matter your background and interest. We provide the opportunity for you to develop in a welcoming environment, supported by our innovative community of bright minds. Want\u00a0to start a business? Interested in working in startups? Open to come along, learn something new, get inspired, or just have fun? There is loads going on at Manchester Entrepreneurs, and always something to get involved in. In addition\u00a0to our formal and informal events and workshops, our programmes include:   AccelerateME: pre-seed accelerator program welcoming all student and graduate founded business from idea stage to revenue generating entities. Click the link, find out more, and apply now!   HireME: innovative student recruitment platform that provides the mission link between students and startups. We aim to connect the brightest talent with the best companies, and support you in your career development.   What Next? Conference: our flagship event, one of the largest student-led conferences in the in the UK. Filled with inspirational presentations, interactive sessions and a great community of leaders.   Interested? Find out more and join our mailing list at manchesterentrepreneurs.co.uk Follow us: Instagram | Facebook page | Facebook group | Twitter | LinkedIn Email us: info@manchesterentrepreneurs.co.uk Awards:  Innovation Award, 2018, UMIP Entrepreneur Eco-system award, 2018, E2E Exchange Best Enterprise Society, 2015, NACUE Best General Interest Society, 2014, University of Manchester Best Enterprise Society, 2013, NACUE  "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Exchange Student Society",
        "description": "Manchester Exchange Student Society offers a unique opportunity for current, prospective and past exchange students to make global connections with incoming and outgoing exchange students. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Hindu Society - NHSF",
        "description": "Namaste and welcome! Manchester Hindu Society - NHSF is a student society motivated by the aim of creating a \u2018home away from home\u2019 environment for students. Each year our calendar is filled with enticing events, including a multitude of weekly, monthly and termly activities featuring sport, culture, education and socialising \u2013 not to mention THE Chandni Ball. This enables us to have a positive impact on the local Manchester community, including the wider Hindu and non-Hindu community, as well as raising awareness of Hindu beliefs and festivals \u2013 Diwali, Navratri, Holi...\u00a0 \u00a0 We invite all to find out more and keep up to date with up-coming events by visiting our Facebook page: \u00a0https://www.facebook.com/manchesterhindusociety/ \u00a0Follow us on Twitter:\u00a0https://twitter.com/manchindusoc \u00a0Follow us on Instagram:\u00a0https://www.instagram.com/manchesterhindusociety/ \u00a0Add us on Snapchat: manchindusoc \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Investment Fund",
        "description": "Welcome to the Manchester Investment Fund! Manchester Investment Fund is a student-led organisation that aims to give its members practical experience of investment management and a solid foundation of financial knowledge that can be applied to all asset classes. We strive to create value for all students around the world and we do it by interviewing representatives of leading financial institutions, lecturers and our team members. Join One of Our Teams!  Investment\u00a0 Innovation\u00a0 Interview\u00a0 Marketing & Events\u00a0  Why You Should Join Us?  Gain insight into Investment & Trading Industry\u00a0 Gain experience in investing & portfolio management\u00a0 Analyze, model and value companies to prepare equity research reports \u00a0 Boost your employability in the financial sector\u00a0 Make friends and have fun!\u00a0  Contact Us: Email us: info@manchesterinvestmentfund.co.uk Follow us: \u00a0Facebook |\u00a0Instagram | LinkedIn Website:\u00a0manchesterinvestmentfund.co.uk \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Marrow",
        "description": "Manchester Marrow is\u00a0the student run\u00a0arm of the\u00a0charity Anthony Nolan, which signs students (or people aged 16-30yrs)\u00a0up to the\u00a0stem cell\u00a0register. The register is needed to find matches for sufferers of leukaemia and other blood disorders for their life-saving stem cell transplants\u00a0- find a match, save a life! Usually, a stem cell transplant is the patient's last chance of life. So we can help them out by widening the donor\u00a0database.\u00a0 This is where the society comes in:\u00a0  STUDENTS - We encourage as many students as possible to join the Anthony Nolan register by attending\u00a0recruitment events\u00a0held throughout the year. If they are found to be a match for a patient\u00a0throughout time on the register,\u00a0they could save their life!  VOLUNTEERS - There will be several volunteer training sessions held throughout the year so if you would like to be a volunteer, like this page, and our\u00a0other social media accoutns\u00a0to keep updated. Our\u00a0recruitment events\u00a0are run by volunteers so we need as many as we can!\u00a0   Being\u00a0a volunteer will involve: talking to people about why they should sign up to the register; what donation involves if they are ever found to be a match;\u00a0checking medical backgrounds for donor eligibility;\u00a0 giving the potential donor a cheek swab for us to send off to Anthony Nolan;\u00a0 and assissting them in filling out an application form.\u00a0Certificates are awarded for volunteer of the month as well as Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards for the number of hours volunteered- so it's great for improving your portfolio.  The more people we have, the bigger difference we can make. So please spread the word. ONE OF THE PEOPLE YOU SIGN UP COULD GO ON TO SAVE A LIFE!  Marrow Manchester also hosts fundraising events\u00a0to help\u00a0raise the charitable funds needed to keep the register going- these are always great fun for our volunteers to\u00a0attend. We often incorporate these events into socials too.\u00a0\u00a0The society is a great way to meet people from university and have a laugh whilst doing a genuinely good deed.\u00a0  \u00a0 How to get involved: Facebook group:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/ManchesterMarrow/\u00a0 Email:\u00a0manchester@ukmarrow.org\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Mauritian Society",
        "description": "The Manchester Mauritian Society is a student-run organisation having as main role to ease the adaptation phase of young freshers in Manchester, to cater to the needs of Mauritians, and to share and promote our culture with others. A little about us... Mauritius is a tiny tropical island found in the Indian Ocean. The contrast of multiple tastes and colours compels visitors to return to its shores. And not to forget, being surrounded by warm turquoise lagoons and white soft sandy beaches, this oasis of peace and tranquility is definitely among the few things in the world that connects Earth to Heaven. The Manchester Mauritian Society is a student-run organisation having as main role to ease the adaptation phase of young freshers in Manchester, to cater to the needs of Mauritians, and to share and promote our culture with others. Founded in 2001, we are proud to boast our strong network of high-calibre individuals, both in the student community and industry. We have established ourselves as an official society at the University of Manchester since 2002.  \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Media Group (Fuse FM, Fuse TV & The Mancunion)",
        "description": "Your Students\u2019 Union has one of the largest student media teams in the UK - and we are always on the lookout for new talent. Our student media wing is called the Manchester Media Group, and it\u2019s made up of our student newspaper The Mancunion, radio station Fuse FM, online video content producer Fuse TV, and our Women In Media Conference team. The\u00a0Mancunion\u00a0is\u00a0your weekly student newspaper, delivering you the latest campus news, culture reviews, and student opinion to your inbox, newsfeed, or in your hands. We recently won\u00a0Best Student Publication in the North and are also home to the winner of the Best Student Journalist in the North! We\u2019re made up of around 40 editors, and we welcome contributions from any student at UoM, regardless of experience. Simply join the Mancunion Writers group on Facebook and attend your chosen section meeting on either a Monday or Tuesday each week! Fuse FM\u00a0is not just a 24/7 all-student radio station, we host all sorts of events \u2013 from comedy showcases to club DJ nights \u2013 as well as providing the platform for some great entertainment names like Matt Horne and Jack Whitehall to kick-start their careers. We can put you on your path to radio stardom, from presenting live shows, to producing podcasts, to interviewing artists, we can train you in it all. Join the Fuse FM Presenters Facebook group to get started and remember to pay your \u00a310 membership fee for the year. Fuse TV\u00a0has everything you need to get into the TV world. We have a dedicated team covering news, documentaries, drama,\u00a0comedy, and even cooking. We\u2019ll train you in everything from shot positioning and lighting to how to do a live broadcast. We\u2019re a small and committed team located in our editing suite of the first floor of the SU - join our Fuse TV Manchester Creatives\u00a0group on Facebook to get started or pop in and say hi. The Women In Media Conference is an annual event in March, organised and run by students from the University of Manchester to celebrate female talent in the media and empower new female voices into the industry. We meet weekly and welcome all genders in organising the conference - head to our\u00a0site\u2019s\u00a0contact page to say hello and see how you can attend the conference. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Medical Education Society",
        "description": "      Manchester Medical Education Society    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Medical Journal",
        "description": "A medical journal run by Manchester University medical students "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Medical Society (MedSoc)",
        "description": "MedSoc is the University of Manchester's largest student society with over 2,000 members. We are responsible for organising social events, merchandise, the annual ball and funding societies and sports teams for medical students in Manchester.\u00a0 MedSoc is run by an annually-elected committee of medical students in all years.\u00a0 Every year we try to make your student experience bigger and better than ever before and we have lots of exciting\u00a0events lined up this year.\u00a0 MedSoc supports a large array of societies (more than 48!!) run by students, from Netball to Orchestra, Panto to Marrow, there's a society to suit everyone.\u00a0 In Stopford Common room we have our own MedSoc shop run by Phase 1 students, this shop is open daily 11-1pm (except Wednesdays).\u00a0Here you can buy our exclusive merchandise, which includes hoodies and sweatshirts as well as our\u00a0'MedSoc card' which provides discounts on all our events and fantastic offers at various shops/restaurants around Manchester.\u00a0 Be sure to take a look at our\u00a0website\u00a0at www.manmedsoc.com.\u00a0 Don't forget to follow us on Twitter: @Manmedsoc. You can also like our facebook page by clicking on the link:\u00a0www.facebook.com/ManMedSoc   You can also check out the latest updates of our student run magazine Pacemaker\u00a0. Email: president@manmedsoc.com, vicepresident@manmedsoc.com, tech@manmedsoc.com Michael Glover - Co-President Seun Ikotun\u00a0- Co-President\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Medics' Revue",
        "description": "Manchester Medics\u2019 Revue is a dramatic comedy society writing, directing and performing sketches to raise money for charity. \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester MedTech Foundation",
        "description": "Manchester MedTech, founded in February 2019, is a society which aims to inspire, engage and educate the next generation of medical technology innovators, to equip them with the skills to tackle serious unmet clinical needs, and to provide a platform through which they can collaborate and form essential interdisciplinary connections.\u00a0 We will be running the Innovation Programme, an annual programme of educational and practical workshops that runs each academic year. The Innovation Programme is a 4 part series of workshops and is open to all students, trainees and early career researchers. Participants are tasked with taking real problems in healthcare today and working in small, interdisciplinary teams to design novel solutions. Participants will learn about the healthcare technology innovation cycle, how to concept develop, product design, market entry and how to translate new technology to improve healthcare for patients.\u00a0 We will also run a MEDx series consisting of fascinating, intriguing, and thought-provoking talks on everything from ground-breaking medical innovation to essential entrepreneurship know-how for innovating within medical industries. We hope to run other events and collaborate with other MedTech Foundations. Manchester MedTech is a National Spoke for the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Surgical MedTech Co-operative. It is registered with the University of Manchester Students' Union and the University of Manchester Medical School. \u00a0 Founder: Won Young Yoon Current Chair: Won Young Yoon \u00a0 Email: medtechmanchester@gmail.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/manchestermedtech/ "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Metros Ice Hockey Club",
        "description": "Manchester Metros University Ice Hockey Club - representing all the North West universities, including Manchester Metropolitan and Salford University.\u00a0 We compete in the British Universities Ice Hockey Association (BUIHA) Cup Competition every year. We welcome both new and experienced players with checking and non-checking (non-contact) divisions. At the moment we have A, B and C teams playing in the 3 Divisions of the Cup and can therefore cater for anyone from English Premier League standard down to absolute beginner! Do get in touch if you interested in joining us. We have a full programme to allow you to develop your ice skating and hockey skills. \u00a0 Training We train between September and June at Altrincham Ice Rink, around 10 miles from the university. But getting there is not a problem as we car pool. Our current training slot is 22:45-23:45\u00a0on a Wednesday\u00a0night.\u00a0 \u00a0 Games Each squad plays between 8 and 12 games during the regular season in the BUIHA Cup Competition. We can\u00a0play games against teams from as far afield as Edinburgh, Newcastle and Warwick/Coventry. Our home games take place at Deeside Ice Rink, near Chester. For our C team and development players, we also arrange friendlies against other University development squads during the season. At the end of the season in April, there are 5\u00a0Tiers of BUIHA Nationals which take place over weekends in Sheffield - for the last two seasons we have entered teams into 3 of these tiers.\u00a0 \u00a0 Tour We have several opportunities for overseas play! In 2012 our A team took a trip to Zlin in the Czech Republic to take on Thomas Bata University, the current Czech University champions. They also had a chance to sightsee in Czech,\u00a0including\u00a0a trip to a distillery and a night out in Prague. Every summer Metros are also invited to a\u00a0weekend\u00a0tournament in Clermont-Ferrand in France, which is a good mix of hockey and socialising! \u00a0 Contact Us Facebook - @ManchesterMetros Email -\u00a0info@metroshockey.com Website - www.metroshockey.com\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Metrostars Ice Hockey",
        "description": "      Manchester Metrostars Ice Hockey    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Momentum Students",
        "description": "Manchester Momentum Students are a socialist society advocating for increased student participation in the Labour Party and its affiliated trades unions. The society puts on a range of cultural events, from interesting talks and debates featuring leading lights in the youth and labour movements, to film clubs showcasing rare and avant garde movies, to club nights, including Manchester Momentum's very own Northern Soul Disco in Withington. The goal of the society is to offer a cultural programme which gets students interested and informed about left-wing politics, and encourage members to get active in their local Labour parties, Momentum branches, and student politics bodies.\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Neurosurgery Society",
        "description": "      Manchester Neurosurgery Society    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester nightline",
        "description": "We are a\u00a0listening service run for students by students, open from 8pm to 8am every night during term time. Our number can be found\u00a0on the back of your student card. For any volunteering or other enquires, please look at our website or drop us an email at\u00a0communications@manchester.nightline.ac.uk \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Oral & Maxillofacial Society",
        "description": "Established 2018 Aims: Education, Integration and Career Development  Join our society - click\u00a0the link below facebook Twitter Email "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Outreach Medics AAA",
        "description": "To serve as a widening participation project, providing insight into life at medical school and the application process for medicine. Our audience are people aged 15-18. \u00a0 We typically run events sizing from 25-100 attendees. Sixth formers are invited to attend. The events last from 9-5 and include group activities and presentations. http://bit.ly/2lbkOrV \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Polo Club",
        "description": "       Do you want to learn to play polo at University? Have you decided to try something new or have you always wanted to have a go but never had the chance?\u00a0The University of Manchester Polo Club is a fantastic and accessible way to allow students from all backgrounds to get in to this exciting and highly addictive team sport. We are made up of beginners who are brand new polo, all the way up to those who have been playing since before they can remember\u2014and everyone in between! We are a relaxed society with no obligation to attend weekly. Everyone who plays with us has the opportunity to represent Manchester University at a SUPA ( School's and universite's Polo Association) championship level with three inter-university competitions a year as well as other smaller matches and friendlies. It doesn't matter if you\u2019ve never played Polo before\u2014the\u00a0 only entry requirements are to be able to confidently trot and canter a horse unaided. We train weekly with the wonderfull former international pro and award winning Glynn Henderson of Henderson Polo, and you'll be flying in no time!\u00a0 For more infomation or to join in with one of our lessons please see either our Facebook page 'University of Manchester Polo Club' or contact our email uom.polo@gmail.com.\u00a0   \u00a0 FAQs:\u00a0https://www.hendersonpolo.co.uk/faqs\u00a0       Find us on Facebook:\u00a0facebook.com/groups/uompoloclub Email: uom.polo@gmail.com\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Sikh Society",
        "description": "Vaheguru Ji Ka Khalsa Vaheguru Ji Ki Fateh! This is a society formed to\u00a0unify the Sikh community and spread the message of Sikhism - love, compassion and humility being at its forefront.\u00a0 Events range from socials to Gurdwara trips to talks and workshops - so there's a vast range of activities to get involved with and it gives you a chance to meet like-minded individuals! Membership is FREE\u00a0so it is definitely worth signing up - we'll be able to add you to our mailing list and keep you updated with the latest events and socials!\u00a0 For more information please contact/ follow us on : - Facebook:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/manchestersikhsoc/ - Instagram: Manchestersikhsociety\u00a0 - Twitter: MancSikhSoc - Email: Manchestersikhsociety@hotmail.co.uk \u00a0\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Student Scout and Guide Organisation (ManSSAGO)",
        "description": "ManSSAGO Join us at a variety of events including camping, weekly socials and trips all over the country. Our weekly socials are on Thursday evenings and we also have camps and other activites throughout the year.  (after racing to put up our tents, we discovered that they are lot bigger than 3-man!) Who Are We? SSAGO is a national organisation of university students who want to be involved, or continue to be involved, in scouting and guiding. We are the Manchester branch. Many of our members have been scouts or guides, although this is not necessary, and wanted to continue doing fun activities such as camps, bonfires, pudding crawls, climbing etc. We can also help you volunteer locally with scout and guide groups if you are interested.\u00a0  (last year's ball was in Bristol and we all got dressed up on a wizarding theme!) What Do We Do? We are mainly a social group, meeting on every Thursday evening for a social, which can be any of a wide range of activities (bowling, hiking, eating puddings, cooking challenges, craft evenings, eating cheese (and maybe drinking a little wine), ice skating,\u00a0 and the occasional campfire), always somewhere around the union and easy to get to (either meeting in town, at the union, or at one of the nearby Scout huts). In addition, we often go camping. Sometimes this is camps that we organise ourselves, including Freshers camp in October and our week long summer camp (for difficult to explain reasons called Expo) just after exams in June, along with some others throughout the year. We also go on rallies, which are camps organised by national SSAGO and attended by all the student Scouts and Guides in the country. There are three of these each year, in November (which this year will be hosted in Lancaster, on a fantasy theme), February (hosted this year by Nottingham, with a outlaws theme) and June (just after Expo, and this year hosted by Edingburg).  (a traditional scouty exploit) National SSAGO also organises a ball each year. This year Aberystwyth is hosting an ABBA (Aber does Abba) ball. ManSSAGO also has\u00a0a\u00a0Christmas meal, which is another social highlight of the year. Finally, we are involved in other volunteering and fundraising events, both with our connections with the Scout and Guide Associations and on our own. So, if any of this sounds like the kind of thing that you are interested in, then you should join our society.  (enjoying our desserts on last year's annual pudding crawl) How you can find out more You can join us here on the Union website. This will add you to our mailing list, so you should hear about our weekly socials. Membership is not required until later in the year.\u00a0 You can visit our\u00a0National SSAGO page, which should have details of our club, a load of photos of us, and some other useful information. You can join our Facebook group\u00a0for details of our weekly meetings.\u00a0 You can also follow us on Twitter, @manssago,\u00a0Tweets by @manSSAGO  \u00a0 If you want to volunteer with the Scouts, you can email our Scout Liaison\u00a0officer. If you want to volunteer with the Guides, you can email our Guide Liaison officer. And if you want to ask us about anything else, you can email here  (national rallies are a great way to meet other SSAGO students from around the UK) "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Tamil Society",
        "description": "      Manchester Tamil Society    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Thrift Society",
        "description": "Manchester Thrift Soc is all about second-hand sustainable fashion. We host trips to our local thrift shops, clothes swapping events and much more.  \u00a0 If you're a thrift-shop veteran or just dipping your toes into slow fashion Thrift Soc is for you! "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Undergraduate Dental Research Society",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester Universities' Skydive Club",
        "description": "We are a skydiving club, giving students the opportunity to learn to jump out of planes by themselves; Allowing them to get involved with skydiving world and become a qualified skydiver. We also have regular socials and events every week within our society, for regular updates join our facebook page \"https://www.facebook.com/groups/manchester.skydive/\" we'll post most\u00a0of our events through here.\u00a0 You are guaranteed\u00a0to have an amazing super fun time! "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester University Chinese Culture Integration Society",
        "description": "      Manchester University Chinese Culture Integration Society    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester University Comic Art & Illustration",
        "description": "  Manchester University Comic Art and Illustration (former Manchester University Comic Collective)\u00a0is a\u00a0University based society with the objective of forming a space for artistic expression and promote creativity,\u00a0obviously, through comics and illustrations.  \u00a0 Our society is the ideal place for those of you with an interest in producing comics, whether you\u00a0are a seasoned veteran or you can barely draw a stickman(yes, even you), whether you draw manga or something else,\u00a0maybe you don't even draw comics but still like to draw, even if all you do is fanart...if you have ever held a\u00a0pencil in your hand, you are more than welcome here!  \u00a0 We will run weekly workshops throughout the whole academic year, where we will explore and discuss different\u00a0themes related to the comic making process: going from the basic of drawing to storytelling methods and techniques,\u00a0behind the scenes of the comics industry and so much more. During these sessions you will have the chance to\u00a0develop your skills, experiment with new techniques, materials, styles or anything you want, as well as sharing\u00a0ideas and experiences and of course, meet like minded people and make friends!  \u00a0 For more information on what are we up to, check our social media or just drop in one of workshops and be part\u00a0of the action. \u00a0 Facebook \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Instagram Email:\u00a0mucaiofficial@gmail.com "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester University Dodgeball Society",
        "description": "You've seen the film, now play the game!  Dodgeball is fun, friendly and open to all! Whether you come to play competitively or just for fun, you're guaranteed to enjoy it.\u00a0   NO MEMBERSHIP FEE. No commitment. Open to all abilities.   WHEN: (Starting Monday 1st October)  Mondays 5-6 PM, free women's only session. 6-7 PM, free men's only session.  Wednesdays 4-5 PM, (\u00a31).  Fridays 7-8 PM (\u00a31)   WHERE:  Active Lifestyle Centre  Denmark Road  M15 6FG\u00a0  (By Whitworth Park)   This is the link to our 2018/19 Facebook group, where you can keep up to date with all our events and tournaments:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/217822642233411/ Can't wait to see you soon! :) "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester University First Aid Society",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester University Korean Student Society (MUKSS)",
        "description": " MUKSS (Manchester University Korean Student Society) is a non-profit organisation, providing all Korean students in Manchester with various types of welfare benefits. MuKSS also promotes Korean culture to many other cultures under the umbrella of The University of Manchester. To give full constructive support to students studying abroad in Manchester, MUKSS creates the best environment for students to communicate and expand personal networks through academic and cultural events. Furthermore, MUKSS attempts to play an active role in cultural exchanges among international students, while concentrating on spreading Korean culture.  It is not easy for students to study abroad, so we dedicate our best efforts to be an effective channel of communication between students. Additionally, we attempt to be a cultural ambassador of Korea to improve the reputation of Korea. Ultimately, MUKSS is an organisation that helps students to find their values and develop them through experiences found in Manchester. \u00a0 \u00a0 Email: info.mukss@gmail.com Facebook Homepage:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/37197083187 Instagram: @mukss_official \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Manchester University Trading and Investment Society (MUTIS)",
        "description": "Bringing together people with a common interest in financial markets.\u00a0 Provide a platform for learning and discussion of financial markets.\u00a0 Create a forum for like minded individuals to network with industrys professionals.\u00a0 To improve and advance our members' career prospects.\u00a0 To facilitate development of business awareness and personal knowledge. For more information please email\u00a0info@mutis.co.uk \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "MANSEDS",
        "description": "Manchester Students for the Exploration and Development of Space (MANSEDS) is a student society based at The University of Manchester that aims to bring space to the masses and organise an exciting combination of space education, high altitude ballooning, rocket and\u00a0robotic rover design and manufacture. We have many exciting events coming out so please join our facebook page to hear all the latest news! If you have any questions please direct them to the president: President@manseds.co.uk \u00a0  "
    },
    {
        "name": "Marxist Society",
        "description": "\u00a0Our aim is to educate ourselves in Marxist theory, campaign to build the forces of Marxism, and, ultimately, to struggle for socialism. We host weekly discussion meetings, lectures and debates on history, politics, economics and philosophy from a Marxist perspective, as well as reading groups, where we study classic works of Marxism, and film screenings.   As a student society, we aim to intervene in the political life of the campus and of the wider student movement. We are officially affiliated to the Marxist Student Federation, which unites and co-ordinates the Marxist societies on a national level. If you seek learn more or join the MSF, contact a representative of the\u00a0Manchester Marxists or visit the Federation website: http://marxiststudent.com/   Everyone is welcome to our meetings, student or not, regardless of political views or affiliation. We meet every Tuesday evening for discussion meetings and lectures. Join the group to keep updated on the upcoming events.  \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Materials Society (MATSOC)",
        "description": "M\u00c1TSOC:\u00a0THE OFFICIAL SCHOOL OF MATERIALS SOCIETY\u00a0 From Materials Science and Engineering to Fashion Management, all School of Materials students are welcome!\u00a0 We aim to create a fun society to connect all students across the School's network by putting on regular nights out, day trips, events, creating sports teams and having guest speakers.\u00a0 So join the group and become a member for \u00a35 today\u00a0 \u00a0 Like us on Facebook for all latest updates:\u00a0www.facebook.com/MATSOCMCR\u00a0\u00a0 MatSoc Netball:\u00a0www.facebook.com/groups/matsocnetball/?fref=ts \u00a0 The Official School of Materials Website:\u00a0www.materials.manchester.ac.uk/#video_3\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "MathSoc",
        "description": "The University of Manchester Mathematics Society Looking to improve your student experience exponentially? Well you're in the right place!\u00a0 At MathSoc\u00a0we organize social, professional and educative events for all students on Maths-related courses. From pub-crawls to student balls, guest lectures to careers fairs, we cover the range of interests in our diverse faculty. So whatever you're keen on, we'll have an event for you and your like-minded peers!\u00a0   To join us and get in the loop, sign up on this site (it's free!) - you'll be notified of all our upcoming events on student mail. You can also shoot us an email\u00a0at UoMMathSoc@outlook.com, join our Facebook page (University of Manchester MathSoc) or check out our Twitter or Instagram (both @UoMMathSoc) for updates and to ask questions. We hope to see you at our next event!\u00a0 Once again, membership is absolutely free :)\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "MCR Global Health Society",
        "description": "The Manchester Global Health Society is a society open to all students interested in Global Health - the most multi disciplinary subject known to man!  \u00a0 What do we do? Since 2014 we\u2019ve been raising the profile of Global Health at the University of Manchester. We work closely with the Office for Global Health, UK Faculty of Public Health and many others across the UK. It isn't just about medicine, as health inequalities affect us all, as do social and political issues which lead to international health crises. We welcome students with all interests and passion for any aspect of global health, and want to give you the platform to learn more and take part in volunteering opportunities for change!  \u00a0 \u00a0 Join us on our:   Adventures in Global Health: TEDx style series with leading experts on issues of global importance, in association with the prestigious Office for Global Health   Highly interactive lectures and workshops on climate change, disaster relief, the refugee crisis, health inequalities and much more   Competitions both nationally and locally - prizes available!   Blogs by world leading experts, front line health professionals and academics as well as students from across the world.   Exclusive application to summer health outreaches in Gulu, Northern Uganda   And much more!    \u00a0 Our events are attended by students from courses such as: medicine, maths, life sciences, geography, politics, business, nursing, law and engineering - Hang on! There\u2019s no typical student group! We\u2019re open to all! \u00a0 Get in touch with us, say hi when you come to our events and spread the word!  mcrglobalhealth.com \u00a0| @GlobalHealthMCR \u00a0| Facebook.com/globalhealthmcr | admin@mcrglobalhealth.com "
    },
    {
        "name": "Mechanical Engineering (MechSoc)",
        "description": "We are a student-run body that aims to help our members get the most out of their time at university and offer opportunities to make them as employable as possible upon graduating. We run extra-curricular activities that aim to improve student\u2019s link with industry, provide information on relevant events and talks and organise socials that allow members to meet other engineers that they may not have met in lectures. We have an active facebook group where you can keep up-to-date with all the latest information about events and activities which can be found by following the link below: https://www.facebook.com/MechSocUoM/ If you would like to get involved with the running of the Society or for any other information please contact: uommechsoc@gmail.com Our linkedin\u00a0page is: https://www.linkedin.com/company/18186855/ "
    },
    {
        "name": "Medical Debating",
        "description": "The Manchester Medical Debating Society aims to provide a platform for the debate of medical issues and the refinement of personal debating skills. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Medical Orchestra and Choir",
        "description": "Manchester Medical Orchestra and Choir (MMOC) rehearses weekly towards termly concerts to raise money for medical charities and play/sing a wide range of music, be it classical or contemporary. Both our orchestra and choir are non-auditioned and we welcome musicians of all standards and backgrounds. \ud83c\udfb5 \ud83d\udc4f   Our rehearsals\u00a0are on Monday evenings in Stopford common room.\u00a0   Orchestra - 6:50pm \u2013 8:30pm\u00a0  Choir \u2013 8:30pm\u00a0\u2013 10:00pm   Our first concert of the year will be on 6th\u00a0December.   Thanks!  MMOC Committee \ud83c\udfb6\u00a0  If you are interested in taking part, just post on our Facebook group,\u00a0or email us at mmoc.chair@gmail.com "
    },
    {
        "name": "Medical Research Students' Society (MMRSSoc)",
        "description": "The University of Manchester is a fantastic research institute, ranked 3rd in the UK in terms of research power by the latest independent Research Assessment Exercise. Despite this, there are few outlets specifically directed at students that showcase this work and aim to inform students on how to get involved with research at an early stage. The Manchester Medical Research Students' Society (MMRSSoc), founded in April 2012, is a student led organisation that hopes to bridge the gap between students and medical research. \u00a0 Our aim is to foster a research culture amongst students and improve the research opportunities available to them. We also hope to encourage student involvement at conferences and meetings that allow students to showcase their research to peers and other academics on a local, national and international scale. We will host a number of inspiring and informative events throughout the year that will also provide the opportunity for students and academics to network. Some of our plans for 2016/17 include hosting a lectures series by leading academics, educational workshops/seminars, an national\u00a0undergraduate medical conference and many more inspiring activities. \u00a0 The patrons are Dr Adam Greenstein (senior lecturer in cardiovascular medicine),\u00a0Professor Tony Freemont (former Head of School), and two of our founding members\u00a0Dr Hydar Faruqi and Dr Danielle Nimmons. \u00a0 Please LIKE our Facebook page to keep updated: http://www.facebook.com/MMRSSoc Email: mmrssoc@gmail.com "
    },
    {
        "name": "Medicine in Arts Society (MIAS)",
        "description": "- Explore the link between the arts and medicine, including art therapies.\u00a0  - Explore the use of arts and humanities in the current medical curriculum and support the design and implementation of those artistic disciplines thought to be beneficial to medical students in the medical course. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Medicine Peer Mentor",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Medics and Dentists Women's Football Club",
        "description": "Hello, we are a relaxed and friendly society who meet once a week for football training (Monday evening) and compete in a women's\u00a06-a-side league at the Armitage centre (Thursday evening\u00a0TBC).\u00a0One weekend a year we play in a national 11-a-side tournament with other student teams and go on a big night out together afterwards. Throughout the year we'll be having some socials\u00a0with and without the men's team. We welcome people of all abilities and courses and understand that everyone has different schedules and may not be able to attend all sessions, so please get involved! For more info, find us on facebook:\u00a0Manchester Medics Women's Football Club (Official) \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Medics Badminton Club",
        "description": "To get medics of all ability levels to play badminton once a week, have fun and meet new people. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Medics Basketball",
        "description": "To provide a friendly environment where medical students can learn to play and practice basketball. Competitive games against other basketball teams at Manchester University are held weekly and we also provide the opportunity to compete against other medical schools around the country. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Medics Cricket",
        "description": "Regular cricket training or matches for medics of all years and intercalating medical students. Matches to be played against other university teams and other medical schools. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Medics Football",
        "description": "We aim to provide an open and welcoming club for footballers of all abilities. With 5 teams, we try to give everyone the chance to take part in 11 a side football matches on a Wednesday afternoon. This year we have 5 teams registered in the ISSL, with new players being recruited for every team. The first major event of the year is our Open Trial. This will be held on Wednesday the 20th.\u00a0Meet us at 5 pm at Owens park, where we will then head to Fog Lane park for the trial. It will be on GRASS so bring studded boots.\u00a0 If you have any further questions, contact Michael Haynes by email: michael.haynes@student.manchester.ac.uk "
    },
    {
        "name": "Medics Hockey",
        "description": "A mixed hockey club for players of all abilities. Training is\u00a0every Wednesday at 9pm on the Armitage astro and games are sunday afternoon within the campus league, with entry into a national medical student league too. We have socials thoroughout the year, along with\u00a0tours to UK tournaments.\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Medics  in Primary Schools",
        "description": "Medics in primary schools (MIPS) is a society set up to help inspire primary school children about health and science, whilst also improving the outreach of higher education to areas around Manchester. We typically teach year 6 primary school children, with 5-6 particpants teaching a class. Sessions last for roughly an hour and taken place once every two weeks on a Wednesday afternoon. We cover a variety of topics ranging from basic health and science to thinking about higher education and what to do in an emergency. We use a variety of props and the teaching is never dull \u2013 with participants in MIPS expected to take a fun and interactive way of getting important facts across to the pupils. MIPS is a great way to get involved with teaching and working with children in a safe and friendly environment and is a very rewarding experience! \u00a0 Contact us on: medicsinprimaryschools@gmail.com \u00a0 Visit us at: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Medics-In-Primary-Schools/294532523895427 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Medics Lacrosse",
        "description": "A mixed-lacrosse team within the medical school who will\u00a0take part in campus league matches\u00a0starting soon. We\u00a0hold regular practices at times suitable for the busy schedule of a medic and\u00a0provide a flexible training regime and an opportunity for medics to learn a new sport. With lacrosse now being a focus\u00a0sport at the University, we are hoping for further expansion of the society which will\u00a0hopefully lead to matches against other medical schools. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Medics Netball",
        "description": "We have 6 teams for all abilities from beginner to county level who compete in a range of leagues. We also have a great social side to the club to encourage all 5 years to mix. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Medics Original Plays",
        "description": "To direct and produce one piece of original work for stage once a year, written by medics and organised around their timetables. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Medics' Panto",
        "description": "A group of students who produce an adult pantomime each year, performing to sell out audiences at Manchester Academy. Join our Facebook group to find out more! https://www.facebook.com/groups/1699939160263804/ "
    },
    {
        "name": "Medics Rugby Union (RUFC)",
        "description": "Organise the Rugby Teams of students from Manchester Medical School. This is done through a comprehensive playing, training and social schedule. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Medics Ski Club",
        "description": "To provide an opportunity for medical students to ski with a club. Great opportunity for students to share a passion and meet like minded friends. We hope to offer training sessions and a trip in April to the Alps. "
    },
    {
        "name": "MedLife UoM",
        "description": "MEDLIFE is a non-profit organisation\u00a0working in different countries across the world to provide health care, education, and infrastructure to communities in need. MedLife\u00a0University of Manchester is a part of a global movement\u00a0of more than 200 societies throughout Canada, The United States, the UK and Europe that\u00a0focuses on:  Local Volunteering International Volunteering Education\u00a0 Fundraising  Our mission... To build a worldwide movement empowering the poor in their fight for equal access to healthcare, education and a safe home. Our vision... A world free from the constraints of poverty \u00a0  \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Medreach Society",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Mencap Society",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Mexican Society",
        "description": "The Manchester Mexican Society (MMxS) was established on June 8th, 1995, and we are celebrating our 23nd\u00a0anniversary. The aims of the Manchester Mexican Society are:  To share and promote our passion for Mexican traditions, customs and culture. To provide support for all Mexicans living in the Greater Manchester area, organising regular gatherings and events. To create and develop friendly links between Mexican, British and other foreign students, in an environment based on mutual respect for different cultures and customs.  We organize events for the Mexican and Mexican-loving community in Manchester. Give us a like in facebook: www.facebook.com/ManchesterMexicanSociety or follow us on twitter: www.twitter.com/MMxSUoM "
    },
    {
        "name": "MIDSOC (Midwifery)",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Mixed Martial Arts",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Model United Nations",
        "description": "Welcome to The University of Manchester Model United Nations Society! Are you interested in international affairs or how the United Nations operates? Do you wish to enhance your public speaking and debate skills? If so, then this is the society for you.\u00a0 The Manchester University Model United Nations (ManMUN) Society is committed to enhancing students\u2019 understanding of the institutional and political in-working of the United Nations (UN) organisation. Through attending simulated UN conferences, students act as ambassadors, representatives, and national leaders of their assigned countries whilst debating a variety of issues in a manner consistent with the procedure of the real UN. Such conferences take place on a university, regional or global level amongst other prestigious universities world-wide, and provide forums which build international awareness and understanding as well as provide opportunity for educational and cultural enrichment. Participation in the Model UN enhances research, public speaking, debating and negotiating skills, while widening the network between students and professionals around the world. We welcome students from all courses and all levels of study. Voted Best Political Society 3 years running at the SU Awards!    Find out more at www.manmun.co.uk\u00a0  Like us on Facebook  Join our Members' Group     \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Motion Picture Society",
        "description": "\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0  \u00a0 Do you have a passion for Film? Love cinema? Enjoy chatting with like-minded people? Then join us! \u00a0 Hello and welcome to the Motion Picture Society! \u00a0 We are the University of Manchester's key film screening society, showing a wide range of films from Hollywood classics to cult indie films to student made shorts.  \u00a0 We are an active group who love watching and discussing films. Our weekly screenings feature an introduction to the film by one of the committee or particularly enthusiastic member, the screening of the film, and then a discussion of the film. Our informal discussions focus on how we as the audience reacted to the film, looking at the impact of the direction, acting, cinematography, editing, sound etc. We love to hear everyone's opinion, and there is no wrong answer! You don't have to talk if you don't want to, we pride ourselves on being a very chilled society :) \u00a0 We also take regular trips to local cinemas, including AMC, Odeon, and Manchester's key independent cinema HOME. \u00a0 Our monthly film-based pub quizzes are an excellent way for our members to meet new people while having film-based fun! All drinks are bought from the SU bar, so there is no pressure to drink alcohol if you don't want to. \u00a0 All the rooms we use have disabled access, and please let one of us know if you need any extra assistance and we will try to be as accomodating as possible :) \u00a0 We have excellent links with both the Filmmaking society and the film section of the Mancunion, so there is lots of opportunity for creativity surrounding film. \u00a0 Our membership is only \u00a32 a year, and the money goes towards subsidising food for our screenings, advertising costs, and (hopefully!**) subsidising cinema screenings. **Dependent on our financial situation as decided by the committee. (Basically, if we don't have enough money we won't be able to do this, but if we do, we will!) \u00a0 Facebook: Motion Picture Society - Manchester University  \u00a0 \u00a0   "
    },
    {
        "name": "Muay Thai Boxing",
        "description": "Manchester Uni Muay Thai Boxing society is a society for the martial art and fighting style of Muay Thai - the art of eight limbs. We learn and practice techniques for self-defence, fitness and for recreation. Guys, girls, beginners, experienced, ALL WELCOME!    \u00a0 Please join the facebook page for details of training. "
    },
    {
        "name": "MUMPS - Manchester University Medics Paediatrics Society",
        "description": "MUMPS\u00a0is a society that\u00a0represents\u00a0medical students interested in paediatrics and children's health. We endeavour to support students in all years of medical school\u00a0to learn more about paediatrics and to develop relevant\u00a0clinical skills, as well as supporting local child health initiatives through volunteering activitites and charity affiliation.\u00a0 \u00a0 We host regular evening lectures on a variety of subjects in paediatric medicine and surgery, organise mock OSCEs and other revision events each semester, and have produced educational content that includes youtube videos ( and an iBook. We also organise an annual conference with speakers coming from eminent hospitals across the country, including RMCH, Great Ormond Street and Alder Hey.   Please like our Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/MUMPSmanchester) and Twitter page (https://twitter.com/mumps_uom)\u00a0for updates on events and society activity!\u00a0 \u00a0 For more information please contact mumps.manchester@gmail.com\u00a0  \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "MUQS- Manchester University Quiz Society",
        "description": "      MUQS- Manchester University Quiz Society    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Musical Theatre Society (UMMTS)",
        "description": "UMMTS is now in its seventh\u00a0year and has grown into an extreamly\u00a0open, friendly and award winning society, passionate about all aspects of musical theatre. We provide\u00a0a platform for\u00a0aspiring musical theatre creatives to put on professional level productions as well as a safe space to socialise with other\u00a0enthusiasts and convert the masses! We produce three large- scale\u00a0musicals a year, numerous concept showcases with our\u00a0reveue group, plenty of socials and unaudtioned performance opportunities. We\u2019re always looking for new members to get involved with our productions, both on stage and off. If you\u2019d like to join the society, simply sign up on the SU website and send an email to secretary@ummts.co.uk for more information. Membership is only \u00a312\u00a0for the the year, a bargain when you consider all the fantastic opportunities UMMTS is offering - which includes discounts to shows, performances,\u00a0workshops, socials and a free Revs card!\u00a0To keep up to date please visit our facebook page: www.facebook.com/UMMTS\u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Music Society (MUMS)",
        "description": "Steps to Follow to Join MUMS:  Click \"Join this group\" Answer the questions that follow Wait to recieve your digital membership card and information pack via email in the next few days  If you want to audition for our auditioned ensembles, visit the \"Auditions\" section of our website (mumusicsociety.co.uk) \u00a0 What is MUMS? Manchester University Music Society (MUMS) is a society whose aim is to bring together those across the University who are as passionate about music as we are! With over 400 members, we are one of the largest, most active and most ambitious student run music societies in the country. Our dedicated committee works tirelessly to provide our members with a huge range of concerts, chances to perform, socials and other opportunities both on and off campus, as well as working with other societies such as the University Chorus to provide even more exciting ways to get involved with music. MUMS is open to everyone. The only prerequisite for joining the society is a love of music. If that's how you feel then MUMS is the place for you. Whether to play or to hear, typically around 500 people join MUMS every year. The mission of the society is to bring together people who are passionate about music in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere and provide them with opportunities to hear and make music on a regular basis to a high standard. This is done through an established range of around 50 concerts through the year, a number of ensembles and social events. Making the most of MUMS With a MUMS Membership you can:  Join both our non-auditioned fixed ensembles and auditioned ensembles including\u00a0 Big Band, Brass Band, String Orchestra, Symphony Orchestra and Wind Orchestra Access our 8 basement practice rooms (each fitted with an upright piano) Make use of our instrumental teaching scheme Get Free tickets to all MUMS concerts in the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama (No.42 on the Campus Map) Gain cheaper entry to our infamous socials Get involved in community outreach projects\u00a0 Get a 10% discount on instrument hire from\u00a0https://musicalinstrumenthire.com/ Perform in our yearly opera\u00a0 Join us on our yearly tour!  If you would like to find out more about the society and see what we have been doing, check out our website (https://www.mumusicsociety.co.uk/) and facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/MUMusicSociety/). \u00a0 Please fill out all the questions that follow when signing up- this information is a vital part of your membership. \u00a0 Visit our website for details of our\u00a0ensembles, have a look through their individual pages and for details about joining MUMS, booking tickets, coming to our concerts or for any other information. Information about\u00a0auditioning\u00a0for our auditioned ensembles is on the MUMS website. \u00a0 Where is MUMS? We are largely based in the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama, holding almost all of our rehearsals within the building, as well as most of our concerts. However, we have other gigs and bandnights in pubs around Manchester and we also have a few events in Club Academy. Contact Us: For general inquires, please contact: \u00a0- secretary@mumusicsociety.co.uk If you have a more specific question for another member of the committee, find the committee list on the MUMS website Visit us at: Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/MUMusicSociety Twitter - https://twitter.com/MUMusicSociety1 Website - http://www.mumusicsociety.co.uk "
    },
    {
        "name": "Natural Hair",
        "description": "To understand natural hair, what it takes to look after natural hair. Raise awareness about natural hair in the business world and whether it fits within the status quo of professionalism. Learning to appreciate natural hair and overcoming stigmas. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Nepalese",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Neuroscience Society (Neurosoc)",
        "description": "\u00a0 University of Manchester NeuroSoc \u2013 for everyone and anyone interested in Neuroscience!  We are all about creating a community of neuroscientists for fun, help and support across the years in Manchester. We hold wicked socials, trips to exhibitions, guest speakers and generally we are here to give help and advice.   Email address - neurosocuom@gmail.com  Twitter account - #neurosocuom  Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/NeuroSocUoM "
    },
    {
        "name": "New Street Records",
        "description": "New Street Records is an entirely student run record label. We provide a platform for student musicians to promote their music whilst giving student volunteers invaluable experience in working in the music industry. New Street Records Manchester hosts live events such as gigs and band nights and promotes student artists in various ways. Our fundamental aim is to support upcoming musicians and give them a platform from which they can grow. We are a small group of volunteers, so new members can get fully involved right away - we're always open to new ideas. Working together as a team our members will be able to develop key business skills in areas such as sales, marketing, artist and repertoire, business administration and graphics. If you are interested in becoming part of New Street Records please\u00a0join our\u00a0Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/NSRManchester/   If you have any queries don't hesitate to email us on:  nsrmanchester16@gmail.com For more information, we also have a Facebook page which you are welcome to follow: https://www.facebook.com/NSRManchester/?fref=ts \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Nigerian Students Society",
        "description": "The Nigerian Students Society of the University of Manchester or\u00a0NSS\u00a0as we like to call it is one of the leading country-specific societies of the university. Our aim is to foster unity among Nigerians in the university community, embrace our Nigerian identity and project a positive image of Nigeria. Among us, there is also a strong believe in identifying as one people who can preserve and promote our numerous rich cultures. We encourage both Nigerian and non- Nigerian students who are interested in celebrating the Nigerian culture to join the society. \u00a0  We hope to see you at one of our dinners, games night, careers events or movie nights soon!\u00a0 Arise O compatriots!!! For more information please contact our committee: E-mail: uomnss@gmail.com Instagram:\u00a0@uomnss For regular updates follow our Instagram:\u00a0@uomnss \u00a0 Exec Team 2019/ 2020 PRESIDENT -\u00a0Chidinma VICE PRESIDENT\u00a0-\u00a0 Zoe TREASURER -\u00a0Annabel SECRETARY\u00a0- Lanre and Josh SOCIAL MEDIA OFFICERS -\u00a0Rabiyatu and Oye EVENTS OFFICER -\u00a0 Lanre and Josh "
    },
    {
        "name": "Non-Law Society",
        "description": "-To increase awareness of the option of doing a law conversion after your degree.\u00a0  \u00a0- Expand networks across law firms and within the society amongst future lawyers.\u00a0 - Attend different legal open days to help students develop their understanding of the legal sector and legal careers. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Nordic Society",
        "description": "Are you a Nordic student in Manchester who is feeling homesick or just want to socialise with people from the North? If so, join the Nordic Society! \u00a0 This is primarily a society for Nordic students (Norwegian, Swedish, Danish, Finnish and Icelandic) in Manchester. We arrange regular pub nights and other social events/activities, along with traditional Nordic celebrations. The highlight of the year is our annual Christmas dinner, which follows Nordic traditions. In addition to this, celebrations of national days are popular events. \u00a0 We welcome back all members, and hope to see many new members on our events this academic year. \u00a0 If you have any queries about our upcoming events or about the society in general, do not hesitate to get in touch. We are also happy to receive suggestions for future events and feedback. \u00a0 We wish you all a great academic year, and hope to see you soon. \u00a0 Kind regards, The Committee of The Nordic Society \u00a0 Contact us on: norsoc@hotmail.co.uk \u00a0 Visit us at:http://www.facebook.com/groups/2360215349/ \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "North West Biotech Initiative",
        "description": "NBI is a professional non-profit student-led organisation aiming to provide a forum that encourages on-campus dialogue between young professionals, local businesses and industry leaders. Our mission is to promote the development of young biotech researchers by providing an innovative platform for fostering relationships between academia and industry. You can find out more about our society and previous events at\u00a0www.nwbiotech.co.uk We're also recruiting for a new committee at the moment, so if you would like to find out more about the roles available, then please drop us an email at manchester@nwbiotech.co.uk. We're looking for involvement from undergrads, postgrads, and post-docs, as long as you have an interest in promoting biotech and business!\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Nuclear and Particle Physics Society (NPPS)",
        "description": "The Nuclear and PArticle\u00a0Physics Society at the University of Manchester is aimed at anyone interested in learning more about the concepts of nuclear\u00a0 and particle physics in research, engineering and medicine.  Events will include presentations from scientists and professionals, visits to institutions and lectures- great opportunities for students interested in pursuing a career connected to nuclear or particle physics or seeking knowledge about the subject and modern physics.   Please join our facebook group to be up to date with our events!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1653637598230720/ "
    },
    {
        "name": "Nursing Society (NURSOC)",
        "description": "Welcome to NURSOC \u00a0 Contact us at: uomnursoc@gmail.com Facebook: \u2018UoM NURSOC\u2019 https://www.facebook.com/groups/174061752684365/ Twitter: @UoM_NURSOC http://twitter.com/#!/UoM_NURSOC "
    },
    {
        "name": "Nutritank",
        "description": "      Nutritank    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Oak House",
        "description": "A\u00a0student committee who are elected to run activities and events in halls to benefit residents. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Obstetrics and Gynaecology Society",
        "description": "Welcome to OGSOC - The Obstetrics & Gynaecology Society! We provide medical and health sciences students with a further insight into Obs & Gynae. We hope to offer more information at an undergraduate level about this fascinating speciality by holding lectures and revision workshops. For more information visit our facebook page on\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/191529574253119/\u00a0and don't hesitate to get in contact with us if you have any queries! "
    },
    {
        "name": "Oil and Gas Industry Society",
        "description": "The Manchester Oil and Gas Industry society has been created for all students wanting to work or learn more about the Oil and Gas Industry. The Industry employs everyone, from business professionals to engineers, doctors to scientists, economists to traders. Five of the top ten Fortune Global 500 companies are Oil and Gas companies. We will be having events in association with Shell throughout the year, as we are their Bronze event sponsors. The events we have lined up for you through the year are:  \u00a0Socials\u00a0  \u00a0Night Outs\u00a0  \u00a0Networking Events\u00a0  \u00a0Conferences\u00a0  \u00a0Guest Lectures from the Industry Know Our Team:  \u2022 President \u2013 Aditya Raizada  \u2022 Vice President \u2013 Pranav Sivaramakrishnan  \u2022 Secretary \u2013 Denis Rajhl  \u2022 Treasurer - Mo Zubia  \u2022 Society Representative Business School \u2013 Jesper Rugland  \u2022 Society Representative Math \u2013 Kaashvi Grover  \u2022 Society Representative Economics \u2013 Charlie Weatherhead  \u2022 Society Representative \u2013 Sala Akbari If you would like to become a society representative for your degree program, drop us a message on Facebook, contact one of our committee members or Send us an email at : mogisoc@gmail.com "
    },
    {
        "name": "Omani Students Society in Manchester",
        "description": "      Omani Students Society in Manchester    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Oncology Society",
        "description": "           \u00a0 \u00a0 The Manchester Oncology Society (MOS) is a student-led society based at the Manchester Medical School and the Christie NHS Foundation Trust, the largest cancer centre in Europe.\u00a0MOS aims to foster interests in oncology, academic research and all aspects of cancer care among the undergraduate community in Manchester. \u00a0 Throughout the year we will host educational events which either directly relate to your learning or provide you with an insight into specialised aspects of oncology that you wouldn\u2019t normally see as a student. Previous events included lectures about careers in oncology, colorectal cancer and leukaemia, as well as a pub quiz aimed to help you with preparing for exams. \u00a0 Alongside this we run an annual essay competition on a variety of topics. Furthermore, in collaboration with the Christie Hospital, we help to arrange the International Medical Student Cancer Conference. Last year we had 100 national and international delegates attend lectures, workshops and the opportunity to deliver poster and oral presentations. \u00a0 E-mail: McrOncology@gmail.com            "
    },
    {
        "name": "One Chinese Drama",
        "description": "Chinese drama performance and provide training in acting and vocalization  "
    },
    {
        "name": "Opal Gardens",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Opal Hall",
        "description": "A\u00a0student committee who are elected to run activities and events in halls to benefit residents. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Open Arts Society",
        "description": "Open Arts Society "
    },
    {
        "name": "Open Mind",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Ophthalmology Society (UMOS)",
        "description": "Where would the world be without sight? The human eye is one of the most intricate and beautiful constructs that nature has to offer. We are a group of eye enthusiasts dedicated to providing further insight and education on this marvel. Anyone that shares our interest should get certainly involved. It is not exclusive to medics or opticians! Our events include lectures by distinguished experts in the field, a national eye conference, and a whole range of other activities.  Eye think that you'll enjoy what we have to offer. For more information please contact: \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Optometry Society (OpSoc)",
        "description": "Welcome to the Official University of Manchester Optometry Society's Webpage! The University of Manchester Optometry Society is for all Optometry students studying at the University of Manchester, however students from other courses in the university are also welcome to join.\u00a0 What does the Optometry Society do?\u00a0 We as a society aim to support all Optometry students studying at the University. Whether that be peer support, putting on social events or relaying feedback to staff about the course. We are here to help make your experience at the University enjoyable and memorable.\u00a0 The committee are all student volunteers who are passionate in doing their best to make sure students are content with their life at university. We have a wide range of resources and are happy to talk and signpost you to university services that may be beneficial, if required. Many students in the past have, at times, found studying Optometry at Manchester intense and overwhelming. We aim to put on events that can help students unwind, relax and maintain a good work-life balance. On the course, it is likely that you only get to know people in your Optometric Examination (OE) groups, Dispensing groups or maybe at lectures. A lot of students want to meet other people on the course but due to this reason, find it difficult to do so. We therefore aim to put on a wide range of events for members, in all years, to socialise. You\u2019ll be able to meet other people on your course (and even in other years) that you may not normally meet or get to know. Some students have felt nervous coming to society events, especially if they don\u2019t typically attend events or are not part of a social group that does. Members of the committee will be at events to support you and make you feel welcome, we want you to be comfortable attending, a lot of people are in similar positions and so are usually more than willing to socialise and make new friends, even in third year! What events do you put on? We organise a wide variety of social events, from going on nights out in Manchester to non-alcoholic socials such as film nights, bowling, eating out in restaurants and of course the Eyeball! We aim to make all our events fully accessible and inclusive.\u00a0 If you are an international, postgraduate or a mature student or identify at LGBTQIA+, you are more than welcome to join! All our\u00a0events are aimed to be welcoming and inclusive.\u00a0We have students coming to events who have\u00a0different cultural backgrounds, ethnicities,\u00a0sexuality, gender identity,\u00a0age\u00a0and who are in different\u00a0stages in university,\u00a0there really\u00a0is a mix! We also have had students attend who were redoing the year or are on interruption\u00a0(taken a break from university). It can be difficult taking a break or returning to uni and suddenly continuing your studies with new people. The OpSoc events have been hugely beneficial with students in this position\u00a0being able to socialise and make new friends. You are welcome\u00a0to attend even if you're currently on interuption.\u00a0We as a committee will do everything we can to support you, if you need it :) Overall OpSoc is what you make it!\u00a0The more people that come and engage in the events, the better it will be for you! Is there a membership fee? We are part of the University of Manchester Student's union and are a non-profit society.\u00a0Everyone on the committee volunteers their time to help oversee and run events.In order for us to put on these events and run the society as a whole, we do\u00a0charge a membership fee.\u00a0We understand, especially as students, this is not ideal but we have to do this in order for us to put on events and run the society to a high standard. We have two membership choices:\u00a01 or\u00a03 years. If you are interested and would like to find out more information, please click on the \u201cJoin Group\u201d button above. Before joining, please read the Terms and Conditions, the link is below.\u00a0  By joining the society, you agree to all the terms and conditions set out as part of the membership. University of Manchester Optometry Mental Health Wellbeing Support Group This is a\u00a0peer support group\u00a0run by the OpSoc Committee and supported by Optom Staff from SWAPS (Student Welfare and Professionalism Support).\u00a0 This group aims to help Optom students, who are having psychological difficulties, receive support from other students who may be going through, or have gone through similar things. Many students\u00a0find Optometry intense and stressful\u00a0at times.\u00a0The group is there for anyone\u00a0from any year\u00a0who needs it, you can come at any time to just vent/talk and it doesn\u2019t matter if you\u2019re late. We have strict rules in which those attending, must keep everything confidential within the group. We will talk about our wellbeing openly with the aim of helping each other find new ways forward. The group runs every two weeks (term time) on Wednesday\u2019s from 14:00-15:00 in the Zochonis Common Room, unless otherwise stated. Please note: facilitators in the Optometry Support Group are not trained counsellors but are there to offer peer support and sign post you to relevant services if needed. How can I contact the society? The best way to contact us is via email:\u00a0manchesteropsoc@gmail.com\u00a0you are also welcome to message us on our Facebook page (link is below).\u00a0 We aim to send out periodic updates via email (to your student email addresses) about society and career events, volunteer opportunities and more! UoM OpSoc Committee 2019/20:\u00a0 President: Sachin Vice President: Meera Treasurer: Melissa General Secretary: Jade Social Secretary: Helen\u00a0 Events Coordinator &\u00a0Inclusions Officer: Armina Events Coordinator &\u00a0Inclusions Officer: Divya Social Media Pages: Facebook:\u00a0 www.facebook.com/manchesteropsoc Instagram:\u00a0 www.instagram.com/manchesteropsoc Twitter:\u00a0 www.twitter.com/manchesteropsoc From all the committee, we are excited to welcome\u00a0you to our events this year! Please don\u2019t feel worried if you are a returning student\u00a0and haven\u2019t been to any events before, we have had members who came in their later years at university and have been really glad they did!\u00a0 You are also welcome\u00a0to come any time throughout the year so don't be put\u00a0off if you're coming\u00a0towards\u00a0the end of the academic\u00a0year,\u00a0it\u2019s never too late!\u00a0 We are here to welcome and\u00a0support you, we hope to see you all at our events soon :)\u00a0 University of\u00a0Manchester\u00a0OpSoc Committee \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Other Sounds",
        "description": "Other Sounds - Manchester's alternative/DIY society. \u00a0 \u00a0 We are a group of music lovers who come together to discuss, listen to and enjoy any and all kinds of music and\u00a0art. We do cool stuff like gigs, zines, mixtape swaps, film screenings, getting over excited about music and generally supporting DIY music culture.\u00a0 \u00a0 We\u2019re\u00a0now into our sixth generation, and we\u2019ve brought together lots of people\u00a0to participate in the great creative scene in the city. We have a monthly residency at Fuel\u00a0in Withington to showcase live talents from the underground around the country. \u00a0 We also have a very active internet presence\u00a0- kee\u00a0up to date by following our Facebook page, Instagram, Twitter, Soundcloud\u00a0and our blog.\u00a0You can also find links to our events and post interesting stuff\u00a0in our Facebook group. \u00a0 Sound good? Sign up (it's free) and join in. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Our Future Our Choice",
        "description": "We didn't vote for this mess Young people overwhelmingly voted to Remain in the EU.\u00a0 Join us in the fight for a People's Vote and make your voice heard.\u00a0 We believe that there is no good Brexit deal for young people. Brexit means less opportunity, a tougher job market and fewer rights for young people. Our generation must be given a say on a decision that will affect us or the rest of our lives.\u00a0 We are the Manchester student branch of OFOC, a single-issue campaign group. Join us to engage in national and local protests\u00a0and other forms of pressure politics. The coming months are shaping up to be the most critical period of politics our country has experienced for decades. You don't have to be over passionate to care about politics, regardless of your political knowledge, if you feel strongly about this issue your help is appreciated.\u00a0 Protest politics is slow and the results are often intangible.\u00a0But earlier this year 1 million people marched in London\u00a0for a People's Vote. Every person counts equally towards that collective goal and, at such a volatile point in our domestic politics, more people on the streets will have an even greater impact.\u00a0 Along-side protesting, we will hold letter-writing evenings to our MPs, QAs with leading political figures (rumor has it Corbyn will be visiting), and other social meetups to discuss the issues at play and, hopefully, persuade opponents of a second referendum to reconsider their view. https://www.ofoc.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/OurFutureOurChoiceManchesterStudents/?modal=admin_todo_tour "
    },
    {
        "name": "Out Loud - One World, Many Voices",
        "description": "-\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Out Loud is a new university society/platform to give the voice to young people, tackle the polarization of the society and spreading fake and alternative news.\u00a0  -\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Its main aim is to create a constructive dialogue among young people with various opinions and ideas in a safe and friendly environment.\u00a0  -\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Young people will be led to share opinions and listen to each other despite their possible disagreements to inspire them to think outside of the box and escape their information bubbles.\u00a0  -\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Our intention is to gather people from all backgrounds and to help young people to communicate and listen to each other.\u00a0  -\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0The main message is to allow, motivate and persuade young people to better understand and respect the stories and opinions of each other without making judgments which would further limit them in active listening to and understanding each other.\u00a0  -\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Moreover, Out Loud addresses the issue of misconceptions, misunderstandings and tackle the influence of fake and alternative news on people\u2019s perceptions of reality. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Owens Park",
        "description": "A\u00a0student committee who are elected to run activities and events in halls to benefit residents. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Pakistan Society",
        "description": "The Pakistan Society at the University of Manchester aims to provide a platform of cultural exchange, social networking as well as relevant educational and professional opportunities for all current and prospective Pakistani students, at the University of Manchester.   Home to a multitude of diverse food spots, theme parks, shopping heavens and other student-friendly attractions, Manchester unlike many other places in the UK has a huge potential for easily becoming your home away from home. In the light of such exciting prospects and a guaranteed great upcoming three years for you, we at the Pakistan Society strive to ensure your experience does not go to vain in the face of a sense of alienation or because of cultural barriers.   We hope and strive to act as your platform, your voice and your little community away from home, and ultimately to provide you with that sense of belonging that every student away from Pakistan, whether temporarily or for good, craves. We also aim to bridge the gap between ourselves and other student communities, nationalities and societies, and hence share our culture, values and traditions, as well as remove misconceptions regarding these, with all those around us.  Make sure you do everything from your side to stay connected to know all about our events. Email us on: paksoc.manchester@hotmail.co.uk  Like our Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/Paksoc.manchester  Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/paksoc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/uompaksoc "
    },
    {
        "name": "Palaeontology Society (PalaeoSoc)",
        "description": "Manchester Palaeontological Society is a student-ran University of Manchester academic society.  Our\u00a0aim is to\u00a0encourage interest\u00a0in\u00a0palaeo-fields, providing a fun educational environment for experts and beginners alike.  \u00a0 If you have an interest in dinosaurs, extinct animals,\u00a0palaeontology and\u00a0natural history\u00a0then this is the ideal society for you. Manchester PalaeoSoc is a student-led academic society that specialises in these\u00a0fields. Our activities, seminars and events are ideal for\u00a0students just starting university, geologists-in-training, zoologists,\u00a0biologists and general enthusiasts alike. During this semester we'll be planning to run the following events: - Interactive tutorials\u00a0and seminars\u00a0on the creation of accurate palaeontological art\u00a0 - Informal sessions providing aid for students taking palaeontology-related courses\u00a0(e.g. fossil recognition, palaeo-environmental interpretation) - Museum and exhibition trips (stay tuned for more info!) For society news and other palaeo-related content, like our\u00a0facebook page:\u00a0 https://www.facebook.com/uom.palaeosoc/ https://uom-palaeosoc.weebly.com/ Here are some stellar examples of work done by the group founders: By\u00a0Matt Dempsey,\u00a0who'll be running interactive courses on the creation, history and critique of palaeontological art: (See more at https://www.artstation.com/sketchy-raptor or @sketchy_raptor on Twitter)   Or Natalia Jagielska, our\u00a0society chair/founder and digital artist:  "
    },
    {
        "name": "Pantomime Society",
        "description": "Hello everyone! We are the University of Manchester Pantomime Society *Oh no you\u2019re not* OH YES WE ARE!  Panto is fun and silly; we relax together by putting on some of the weirdest shows you\u2019ve ever seen.  Come join us for our latest production! \u00a0 FIND US  Facebook page \u2013 https://www.facebook.com/uompanto/ Twitter link \u2013 https://twitter.com/UoMPantoSoc?lang=en-gb Instagram link -\u00a0https://www.instagram.com/uompanto/\u00a0 Email our chairs \u2013 alyx.adams@postgrad.manchester.ac.uk\u00a0william.venton@student.manchester.ac.uk "
    },
    {
        "name": "Pentecost Students and Associates (PENSA)",
        "description": "1. To have a body that members and Associates of the Church of Pentecost can fellowship with.  2. To give assistance and support to new students/members who enrol at the University of Manchester  3. To organise academic, career and social activities for members "
    },
    {
        "name": "People & Planet",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "People's Engagement Collective",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Persian Society (UMPS)",
        "description": "Welcome to the University of Manchester Persian Society! \u00a0 \u201cHere with a Loaf of Bread beneath the Bough,  A Flask of Wine, a Book of Verse \u00a0and Thou  Beside me singing in the Wilderness\u00a0  And Wilderness is Paradise enow.\"  \u00a0~ Excerpt from the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam (1st Edition). First translated by Edward Fitzgerald in 1859. Omar Khayyam (Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher and poet; born 18 May 1048 and died 4 December 1131). \u00a0 We aim to promote the understanding and appreciation of Persian culture. We offer this in the context of comity, as in the mutual respect and cooperation between peoples.   We provide opportunities for participation in cultural events and activities on themes such as arts, architecture, calligraphy, crafts, cuisine, family, fashion, film, folklore, food, games, history, language, literature, music, mythology, painting, philosophy of gardens, photography, poetry, recipes, storytelling, and theatre.   The Persian Society is part of the University of Manchester Students Union and operates on a voluntary, not-for-profit basis. It is not affiliated to any political party and does not support any particular religion. \u00a0 Visit us at our Facebook Page , Website (www.UMPS.org.uk), Telegram, Instagram. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Pharmacy Society",
        "description": "The society is run by pharmacy students from the University of Manchester and welcomes all pharmacy students to join.\u00a0 MUPS organises careers events which broaden and deepen your knowledge of various career paths, whilst we also run many social events throughout the year which aim to bring everyone closer together. Furthermore, we were nominated for the best academic society last year and are held in high regard not just within the school but across the university as well. If you are an MPharm student then joining MUPS is a MUST! For more information please contact: Email: man.uni.pharm.soc@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ManchesterUniversityPharmacySociety/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mups_uom "
    },
    {
        "name": "Photography Society",
        "description": "Welcome to the Photography Society! Do you have an interest in photography? Have you got a camera that you're not sure how to use and want to have a go? Is there something new you'd like to try? Then come along to our events and you can learn skills that range from studio photography to night-time photography to darkroom techniques.\u00a0All levels are welcome; from beginners to the more experienced, there will always be someone there to help you. If you would like to develop your own film, scan some negatives or make your own darkroom prints, then there is also a darkroom\u00a0for you to use. All the chemicals and equipments are provided. \u00a0(But you need to be a member of the society!) We also provide photography-related job opportunities for our members.\u00a0 Membership is \u00a310.00 for the whole year! \u00a0 Please check out our FAQs before signing up.\u00a0 \u00a0 The Boring Bit ~Before being able to use our facilities you will need to register and pay online through this website. ~If you've never used the darkroom before you will need to have an induction before you're allowed to use it unless you are confident that you can operate a basic dark room, in which case you can quickly go over the basic settings in the darkroom with our darkroom masters. ~If you would like some more information of any of the things mentioned above or want to see our events please join our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/UoMPhotoSoc or email us on: photosocmanchester@gmail.com \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Physicians Associates",
        "description": "Physicians Associates "
    },
    {
        "name": "Physics Society (PhysSoc)",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Pint of Science",
        "description": "DISCLAIMER:  This Society is predominantly\u00a0aimed at POSTGRADUATES\u00a0and ACADEMICS (PGRs, PDRAs etc.).\u00a0There has been significant interest so far from undergraduate students. If you are an undergraduate student and would still like to register your interest for the society, feel free to do so, as we will be able to make you aware of upcoming socials and events to attend. However, be aware that it is unlikely that you will be offered a place on an organising group for one of the themes, as priority will be given to postgraduate students and PDRAs.   The Pint of Science festival aims to deliver interesting and relevant talks on the latest science research in an accessible format to the public \u2013 all in the pub! We want to provide a platform which allows people to discuss research with the people who carry it out - no prior knowledge of the subject is required. It is run mainly by volunteers and was established by a community of postgraduate and postdoctoral researchers in 2012. The main festival takes place annually over three days in the month of May simultaneously in pubs across the world. Pint of Science is a non-profit organisation.\u201d \u2013 \u2018What Is Pint Of Science?\u2019, https://pintofscience.co.uk/about/   The society aims to organise wide-ranging public engagement events, showcasing the latest research from Manchester\u2019s scientific institutions.\u00a0We want to consistently expand our range of topics and speakers. We also aim to engage with other public engagement events and organisations, such as Manchester Science Festival, to better promote both Pint of Science and the scientific research being carried out in Manchester. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Planet Bee Magazine Society",
        "description": "PLANET BEE MAGAZINE \u2014 UoM\u2019s Independent\u00a0Science Publication \u00a0 Whether you are interested in writing, art, graphic design, marketing, or editing, we are looking for any students who are passionate about science communication and interested in the opportunity to be part\u00a0of a student-led science magazine with a circulation of 2,000 physical copies. This is a brilliant opportunity to improve your skillset with dedicated workshops to produce a physical product which you can use to impress in any job interview. \u00a0 Our meetings are\u00a0held in Simon 2.57 at 6:30pm on Tuesdays. The first meeting will be held on the 4th of February Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/PlanetBeeMagazine Website: planetbeemagazine.wordpress.com Twitter: PlanetBeeMag Instagram: PlanetBeeMag \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Platypus Society",
        "description": "  The Platypus society organises film screenings, reading groups, public fora, research and journalism focused on problems and tasks inherited from the old (1920s-30s), new (1960s-70s) and post-political (1980s-90s) Left, for the possibilities of emancipatory politics today. Everyone is welcome to join, come and learn more with us about philosophy, politics, history, Marxism, socialism and communism. At University of Manchester, we currently\u00a0hold a weekly reading group on the history of the left, weekly social coffee breaks, organise panel discussions and reading groups, and\u00a0group trips to radical/Marxist/socialist/anarchist events. We also\u00a0distribute the Platypus Review, a monthly open-submission journal. Like our facebook page! : \u00a0 Weekly reading group meets 6-8pm Tuesdays via Zoom. For full details please visit platypus1917.org/manchester-uk Weekly coffee breaks are at 5-6pm Thursdays, via Zoom. For up to date info on coffee breaks follow our facebook page on facebook.com/platypusmanchester To join either or both of our events, please write to london@platypus1917.org, or message us on facebook.com/platypusmanchester. These will both wrap up for the summer on the 4th June 2020. We plan to re-start both regular events in September 2020. \u00a0 Don't forget to join the group (at the top of the page) to keep up to date on new events. It's all free! \u00a0 Pick up a copy of the monthly Platypus Review: The Hive, 1st floor, Students Union, Oxford Road, Manchester\u00a0M13 9PR:  Past Manchester Platypus event posters:  Sunday 16 December 2018, 12 noon: Cottonopolis, Capital of the Industrial Revolution: A Walking Tour  "
    },
    {
        "name": "PLUMs (University of Manchester)",
        "description": "\u00a0 The Planning and Landscape University of Manchester\u00a0Society 2017/18 First and foremost, we would like to express our warm welcome to those\u00a0whom are new or returning\u00a0to this 2017/18\u00a0academic year visiting\u00a0the Student's Union\u00a0webpage for the Planning and Landscape University of Manchester Society,\u00a0otherwise known\u00a0as PLUMS. \u00a0 Who we are Society Chair - Michelle Graney Society Vice Chair - Jai Sidhu Society Secretary - Courteney Cox Society Treasurer - Ellie Young Society Ambassador - Alanna Mahoney \u00a0 What we do The objective of the society is to provide an opportunitiy to those studying a planning, real estate or environmental related undegraduate or postgraduate degree in the School of Environment, Education and Development at the University of Manchester to come together as members and socialise with each other outside of contract hours.\u00a0 The society\u00a0has several organised events throughout the academic calender\u00a0which provide a great opportunity to make friends within and across various student year groups as well as lecture and research staff.  We look forward to meeting and seeing you\u00a0at our next event\u00a0so be sure\u00a0keep in touch with our media links below to find out all about it. \u00a0 Facebook Search: \"Official PLUMSociety (University of Manchester)\" https://www.facebook.com/groups/1170934889645781/\u00a0 Twitter Search: \"PlumSocietyMCR\" https://twitter.com/PlumSocietyMCR Instagram Search: \"PlumSocietyMCR\" http://instagram.com/plumsocietymcr\u00a0 Email Plumsmanchester@hotmail.com\u00a0or\u00a0Michelle.graney@student.manchester.ac.uk \u00a0 ______________________________________________________________________________________________ If you wish to put forward any questions or suggestions then feel free to contact us via any of the above media links.\u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Poker",
        "description": "The aim of this society is to allow people with an interest in poker to come together in a friendly and informal setting, and learn how to play poker / improve their existing poker skills. We will also aim to make learning and playing poker stress-free and fun. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Pole Fitness",
        "description": "***JOIN OUR\u00a0Facebook group TO SIGN UP FOR CLASSES and to stay up to date with events and socials!*** ***JOIN OUR\u00a0Whatsapp Chat for other communications*** Our society is for anyone who loves, or would love to try pole fitness! We hold weekly classes for complete beginners to advanced dancers that will improve overall health, strength, and flexibility, whilst being a lot of fun and not feeling like a workout! Most people are total beginners when they come to our classes and they are always shocked at how quickly they progress! Our classes are held in Bodybarre Studio, 33-35 Thomas Street, Northern Quarter. Classes are booked as PAYG classes for \u00a36.50 for members and \u00a38.50 for non-members.\u00a0 Membership is \u00a316\u00a0for the year and or \u00a310 for semester 2 only will\u00a0get you discounts\u00a0on classes, jams, workshops,\u00a0hoodies and exclusive access to\u00a0some\u00a0socials, etc! :) We also offer Strech 'N' Snack session where you can work on your flexibility and Pole Jams where you can practice any new pole moves learned during the week! We hope to see you soon! Email - uofmpole@gmail.com Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/groups/2320701135646 Instagram - @polefitnesssoc_uom T's&C's  -You have to be in time for the warm-up to take part in the session, as it's part of the studio's policies.  -We are not obliged to refund your ticket\u00a0if you are late for the warm-up.   To avoid this please turn up at least 5 mins early and ready in your gear. (preferably 15 mins early if you need to change)  \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Polish Students' Society (PolSoc)",
        "description": "Polish Student Society was set up to support the growth of interest in Polish culture. We wish\u00a0to unite Polish students studying at  The University of Manchester as well as to engage non-Polish members to discover Poland and its culture.\u00a0Our predominant aim is to create friendly environment where students can\u00a0exchange their cultural experience, cultivate national traditions and\u00a0enrich their perception of the world. When organising our\u00a0events, we collaborate with the Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in Manchester.  \u00a0 We definetlely want\u00a0to share our love for Polish food, music, literature and customs with everyone so join us today and have fun while eating pierogi.  For more information please contact: uompolishsociety@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/polsoc.manchester/ \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Politics Society",
        "description": "\u00a0 Welcome to the Students' Union page of the University of Manchester Politics Society \u00a0 The Politics Society acts as a medium to enhance the overall political awareness, engagement and understanding at the university. Delivering and discussing international issues as well as domestic political affairs, we\u00a0cater our members with numerous events such as:  -Meet your MP series -Inside foreign affairs series (Ambassadors and diplomatic figures to the UK) -Debates about current political issues, internationally and domestically -Other speaker events and workshops with notable political figures, researches, alumni etc.   We do host socials as a way for all of us to get to know each other. Alongside career events for graduate prospects, we host these on a monthly basis.  Become a member of the Politics Society: It\u2019s easy. Click the orange bar \u201cJOIN THIS GROUP\u201d at the top left of this section to be registered officially as a member of the society.   By joining as an official member, you are entitled to our monthly newsletters, which provide interesting updates, upcoming events, and shout-outs, by our partners. You are also entitled to discounts on our events (that requires payment) and first-hand priority to any of our activities that are open to the\u00a0public. So what are you waiting for?! Get involved, Get interested, Get political! \u00a0 \u00a0 From The University of Manchester Politics Society Executive Committee 2015/2016 \u00a0 Partners:   Cancer-Research UK: Ambassador \u00a0 http://www.cancerresearchuk.org/support-us/campaign-for-us/our-ambassadors   Foreign and Commonwealth Office: Know Before You Go https://www.gov.uk/knowbeforeyougo   TeachFirst: Graduate Scheme http://graduates.teachfirst.org.uk \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Portuguese Society (PORTSOC)",
        "description": "      Portuguese Society (PORTSOC)    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Preston Art Society",
        "description": "All new members welcome!\u00a0 Join our facebook page now at\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/PrestonArtSoc/\u00a0to see what's been going on.\u00a0 \u00a0 Hope to see you soon <3\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Preston Medical Society",
        "description": "Preston MedSoc aims to support a number of events through the year that encourage student participation in learning and enjoyment outside the course. We provide lectures, mock examination and a wide variety of social events to help make Preston an excellent place for student experience. There are a number of satellite societies that we support with their ongoing activities such as various medics sporting societies and widening access programmes.\u00a0  We aim to increase the role medical students play in the society at large and work with local communities to improve cohesion between staff, students and society at large. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Preston Medics Badminton Society",
        "description": "      Preston Medics Badminton Society    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Preston Medics Football",
        "description": "Bring people together to play football "
    },
    {
        "name": "Preston Medics Hiking",
        "description": "To go hiking in the surrounding countryside and organise a weekend away next summer. To make it as accessible as possible to everyone. To provide an alternative society to the conventional \"sporty\" societies. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Preston Medics Hockey",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Preston Medics Netball",
        "description": "Preston netball society\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Preston Peer Assisted Learning Society (P-PALS)",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Psychedelic",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Psychology Society",
        "description": "PsycSoc is the place to be if you're looking for a good time. Not just for psychology students; if you have an interest in psychology or mental health\u00a0feel free to get in touch!\u00a0 We've got massive socials, balls, conferences,\u00a0and many more events planned that you won't want to miss out on.\u00a0 A great way to meet other psychology students or members passionate about mental health and get involved. So stay tuned for all the updates on what we've got going on! For more\u00a0information contact psychologysociety.uom@gmail.com Join us online Facebook:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/UoMPsychologySociety/ Instagram: @uompsychology "
    },
    {
        "name": "Public SpeakingSociety",
        "description": "Public Speaking Society "
    },
    {
        "name": "Public Speaking Society",
        "description": "As a member you will improve yout\u00a0communication, public speaking, and leadership skills. You will\u00a0prepare\u00a0and deliver\u00a0a speech in front of the club and get\u00a0feedback. We will also do impromtu questions to improve your fast thinking abilities.\u00a0 Can\u00b4t wait to see you! "
    },
    {
        "name": "QTIPOC Society",
        "description": "Welcome to the University of Manchester's first QTIPOC Society!\u00a0\u00a0QTIPOC stands for Queer, Trans and Intersex, People of Colour and this society aims to represent and support anyone who comes under this umbrella term. This society is comprised of LGBT BAME students of all sexualities, gender identities, disabilities and faiths, we hope\u00a0to provide a safe space where QTIPOC students can socialise and meet other QTIPOC students around the campus,\u00a0create useful dialogue between our racial and sexual intersections, provide volunteering opportunities within the university as well as local community and most importantly have fun in the midst of the chaotic university life! We are aware that for most of us it may be difficult and nerving coming to LGBT spaces\u00a0because of cultural upbringing or religious reasons, however fear not! The group is extremely confidential and your personal information will not be shared outside the group. (See Terms and Conditions for more information)\u00a0 Please do come along as you will not regret your decision. Our socials will provide QTIPOC students the chance\u00a0to get to know\u00a0others all around the campus AND QTIPOC STUDENTS FROM OTHER MANCHESTER UNIVERSITIES, just so you know that we are not alone! The socials will cater to all your interests, from casual dinner outings perhaps trying out cuisines from our members' cultures to nights out at Canal St. Please note that there will always be non-alcoholic events for those who do not drink and we take into account the dietary requirements that may be needed for our members such as halal and kosher options.\u00a0 If you have any questions, please email us at\u00a0uomqtipoc@gmail.com\u00a0c: If you are a QTIPOC student, who is interested in joining our committee email us using the email address\u00a0above  Follow us on Facebook -\u00a0 https://www.facebook.com/uom.qtipoc Instagram - @uom_qtipoc Twitter -\u00a0https://twitter.com/uom_qtipoc Snapchat - uom_qtipoc\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Quantitative Investing",
        "description": "      Quantitative Investing    \u00a0 The UoM SU (University of Manchester Student Union) Quantitative Investing\u00a0Society hosts talks and lectures with the aim of popularising finance. These will be presented by guest professors and industry practitioners. Members of the society can also expect frequent socials and workshops. "
    },
    {
        "name": "QuantSoc",
        "description": "      QuantSoc    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Quidditch",
        "description": "Quidditch is a mixed-gender, full-contact sport based on the sport from the Harry Potter series. It is a mixture of elements from rugby and dodgeball and is a sport now played in over 30 countries worldwide. We have two teams so whether you've played sports all of your life or you've never played a sport before, there's definitely something quidditch can offer you!  \u00a0 Training - Platt Fields Park  Wednesday 1-3pm\u00a0 Saturday 1-4pm  FAQs: Who can join? Anybody can join! Whether you've never played a sport before or you've played sports your entire life, quidditch can stretch you whilst also being a bit of fun! The sport is mixed-gender and recognises non-binary genders so anybody is welcome. The sport is very LGBTQ+ friendly and we welcome people from all backgrounds to come and join us! What should I wear to training? Comfortable sports clothes and football/rugby boots are highly recommended. You can come in trainers to begin with but the ground is not ideal for that.\u00a0You may get a little muddy so be prepared for that! Also, remember to bring plenty of water. Do I need to bring my own broom? No, you don't need to bring any of your own equipment! We will provide everything from brooms to balls to hoops! Do you fly? No. No, we do not. \u00a0 Get in contact! Email:\u00a0manchester.quidditch@gmail.com Facebook:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/ManchesterQuidditch Instagram:\u00a0https://www.instagram.com/manchesterquidditch/ Twitter:\u00a0https://twitter.com/mcrquidditch "
    },
    {
        "name": "Radiology Society",
        "description": "The radiology society aims to raise awareness of the importance of radiology in medical and surgical practise. The society will improve the undergraduate understanding of imaging. Relevant up to date career information and advice will be provided to members. Members will be made aware of national radiological conferences and opportunities. \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Raise and Give (Manchester RAG)",
        "description": "Manchester RAG is a student fundraising group at the University of Manchester Students' Union. \u00a0Last year students raised over \u00a375,000 for charity! \u00a0We run fun events and challenges\u00a0to raise money for important local, national and international charities. "
    },
    {
        "name": "ReachOut Society",
        "description": "\"ReachOut! creates, develops and supports dynamic mentoring relationships all over Manchester. Our student mentors inspire Manchester's young people to learn new skills, broaden their horizons, aim high and be the best they can be. \u00a0 ReachOut! mentoring is based on our core values. By addressing the specific needs of each person, we build our mentees\u2019 competence and help develop character. Together, we can\"\u00a0 \u00a0 Visit us at: \u00a0 Facebook page:http://www.facebook.com/pages/ReachOut-Manchester/106508942742186 \u00a0 Committee Facebook page:http://www.facebook.com/groups/230681416992518/\u00a0 \u00a0 Reachout! Blog:\u00a0http://reachoutmanchester.wordpress.com/ \u00a0 Reachout! (the charity not the society) website):\u00a0www.reachoutuk.org "
    },
    {
        "name": "Recreational Ice Skating",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Refugee and Immigrant Support Society",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Richmond Park & Firs Villa",
        "description": "A\u00a0student committee who are elected to run activities and events in halls to benefit residents. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Riddles, Mysteries and Escape Rooms",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "RNCM Elections",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Robotics Society",
        "description": "The Robotics Society is a student-led society which aims to encourage students of all levels to get involved in robotics.\u00a0 It offers a great opportunity to develop your practical skills outside of the course curriculum; you\u2019ll be able to build exciting projects with state-of-the-art technology in a relaxed environment.\u00a0 More importantly, it\u2019s a great chance to meet others who are interested in robotics. The society is open to students from across the university, at all study levels. We have members studying the Foundation Year through to Postgraduates, from a range of Schools such as EEE, MACE, Computer Science,Physics, and more."
    },
    {
        "name": "Rock, Metal and Alternative Society",
        "description": "\u00a0 To provide a large, active community for members of Manchester's 'alternative' subcultures, such as Punk, Metal, Goth and Rock. \u2022 To engage in a variety of activities throughout the year, such as taking part in city trips, running entertainment events, producing compilation CDs, and creating gigs for local bands in order to help preserve and strengthen the diverse subcultures across Manchester, and help new students become more easily integrated into them. Objectives for the New Academic Year \u2022 Establish a regular club night in association with the society. \u2022 Create gigs for local and other small bands. \u2022 Review the society name. \u2022 Reaffirm the importance of the committee in governing the society. \u2022 Graphics: Introduce a new text-based logo and relevant background, ensure aesthetic consistency between different forms of media. \u2022 Create a mailing list. \u2022 Work closely with other relevant societies. \u2022 Compile a CD of various local artists. \u2022 Find a suitable venue for use as a regular meeting point each week and build rapport with other venues around the city. \u2022 Produce a variety of physical material including leaflets, merchandise, and visual advertisement, such as a sign. \u2022 Create financial transparency by publishing monthly account overviews, records of expenses, forecasts, etc. with appropriate reference material included. \u2022 Retain records of all business proceedings, from contracted work to venue hire, including relevant financial information, contact details, and details of society members responsible. \u2022 Carry out events throughout the year, including city trips, Christmas and end of year events, films, quizzes, etc. as well as charitable and fundraising activities.\u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Romanian Society",
        "description": "\u00a0  We are Romanian Society Manchester! The activity of the Romanian Society started in 2009 and has ever since grown, having members from all around Romania as well as foreigners interested in the Romanian culture.\u00a0As a team we are working together to help integrate freshmen at the University of Manchester as well as connecting Romanian students and entrepreneurs, both in Manchester and the UK. SOCIALS     We organise a variety of events and socials that promote and celebrate the Romanian culture! Some of them may be parties, pub crawls, small events or even conferences!     MEMBERS Our members come from different countries and backgrounds. We care about our members and try to make their experience with us an amazing one! \u00a0    -Enable our members to interact and share ideas.\u00a0  -Provide\u00a0insight into Romanian cultural, social and political environment.\u00a0  -Organise exhibitions, cultural festivals and other events.\u00a0  -Act as a voice for the concerns and ideas of our members.\u00a0  -Provide support and guidance for our members.\u00a0  -Entertainment in forms of social events, sports events and different activities. \u00a0 Interested? Follow us:\u00a0 Facebook page\u00a0|\u00a0Facebook group\u00a0 Email us: rosocumsu@gmail.com "
    },
    {
        "name": "Rotaract Manchester International",
        "description": "Rotaract is a unique international service organisation for people aged 18-30, offering a wide range of activities that will enable you to try something new, whilst having a great time and meeting others. The purpose of Rotaract is to provide an opportunity for young men and women to enhance the knowledge and skills that will assist them in personal development, to address the physical and social needs of their communities, and to promote better relations between all people worldwide through a framework of friendship and service. The goals of Rotaract are:  To develop professional and leadership skills; To emphasize respect for the rights of others, and to promote ethical standards and the dignity of all useful occupations; To provide opportunities for young people to address the needs and concerns of the community and our world; To provide opportunities for working in cooperation with sponsoring Rotary clubs; and To motivate young people for eventual membership in Rotary.  Originally founded in the United States in 1968, Rotaract came to the UK and Ireland in the early 1970s. There are just currently over 60 clubs in the Great Britain and Ireland (GB&I), and more than 7,500 clubs across 155 countries worldwide. History of Rotaract Rotaract\u00a0originally began as a\u00a0Rotary International\u00a0youth program in 1968 at\u00a0Charlotte North Rotary Club\u00a0in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA. Since that point Rotaract has grown into a major Rotary-sponsored organisation of over 9,500 clubs spread around the world boasting in excess of 200,000 members. \u201cRotaract\u201d stands for \u201cRotary in Action\u201d,\u00a0although the name originally comes from a combination of \u201cRotary\u201d and \u201cInteract\u201d (International & Action), the high school level program created by Rotary International in 1962. To be eligible for membership, prospective members must be 18\u201330 years of age and show that they are committed to Rotaract and helping in their community. After being approved by the club, prospective members are \u2018inducted\u2019 to become members, also known as \u2018Rotaractors\u2019. https://www.rotaract.org.uk/ Meetings held on Wednesday's at the University of Manchester Students' Union  Time: TBC "
    },
    {
        "name": "Royal Naval Unit",
        "description": "The aim of the URNU is to broaden Naval understanding and develop undergraduates who show the potential to become the leaders of tomorrow, through maritime experience and exposure to the values and ethos of the Royal Navy. The main aspect we use to achieve this is HMS Biter, our P2000 Patrol Ship. Crewed by full-time Royal Naval staff, she is used to give students experience of being at sea, as well as hands-on training in navigation and seamanship.  Beyond this, we hold weekly training nights at the University Barracks, alongside a huge range of sports and social events.\u00a0 \u00a0 Membership of this page does not constitute membership of the URNU. To join the unit, either attend our Open Evenings in Fresher's week, or contact us on Facebook;\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/msurnu.\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Run Wild",
        "description": "Run Wild Manchester is a free weekly running society open to all abilities! We are\u00a0first and foremost a community. We encourage one another to live a healthy lifestyle and reap the benefits of feeling energetic. To keep upto date with everything Run Wild we encourage you to like and follow our Facebook Page:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/RunWildMCR  Regular Sessions:  \u2605\u00a0Saturday - parkrun\u00a0   Location: Platt Fields Park, by the Boat House   Time: Arrive at 08:45. Run starts at 09:00   Distance: 5km   We run at our own pace, and then meet at the end for a warm down. Afterwards we all get breakfast together!\u00a0   You can register here: https://www.parkrun.org.uk/register/   If you want a time you will need to bring a printed barcode with you.   If you already regularly parkrun please add Run Wild MCR as your club on your profile, you can do this by editing your profile here: https://www.parkrun.com/signin/   \u2605\u00a0Sunday Great Run Local Birchfields\u00a0   Location: Birchfields Park, Birch\u00a0Grove entrance.\u00a0   Time: Arrive at 10:55. Run starts at 11:00   Distance: 2 or 5 km   Pace: We run at our own pace, then meet at the end.   Register here:\u00a0https://www.greatrunlocal.org/events/north-west/manchester/birchfields-park-5k   \u2605\u00a0Races    We encourage members to take part in races, as it offers a good goal to train for.\u00a0   The Manchester Relays:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/events/372619230285428/   Wilmslow 10K:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/events/749185195508843/   \u2605\u00a0Merch Link to Bulk Order Page (Far Cheaper than the Team Store):\u00a0https://manchesterstudentsunion.com/groups/run-wild/events/run-wild-merchandise-order Link to Team Store:\u00a0https://serioussport.co.uk/teamwear/stores/run-wild-mcr/ \u2605 Awards   Sports & Recreation Society of the Year 2019   Committee of the Year 2019   3rd Place Student Group\u00a0-\u00a0The University of Manchester Volunteer of the Year Awards 2019   Sports & Recreation Society of the Year 2018   Sports & Recreation Society of the Year 2016   \u2605\u00a0FAQs WHO CAN JOIN? Anybody. Whatever your speed, there is a place for you. WHAT SHOULD I WEAR? Comfortable clothes and well-fitting trainers that provide you with a suitable level of grip.\u00a0 CAN I LISTEN TO MUSIC? We ask that members don't wear headphones.\u00a0This is so that you can hear the instructions by the leaders, and be\u00a0aware of any\u00a0traffic. Headphones also discourage conversation! HOW CAN I GET MORE INVOLVED? Submit new running routes, lead\u00a0training sessions, greet new faces, enter a race with other members, or simply come along each week...the list is endless. Drop us an email or talk to us in person about your ideas! Social Media Facebook:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/RunWildMCR Instagram:\u00a0https://instagram.com/runwildmcr/ Email:\u00a0runwildmcr@live.com \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Saudi Academic Society",
        "description": "      Saudi Academic Society    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Saudi Scientific Society",
        "description": "\u0627\u0644\u062c\u0645\u0639\u064a\u0629 \u0627\u0644\u0639\u0644\u0645\u064a\u0629 \u0627\u0644\u0633\u0639\u0648\u062f\u064a\u0629 \u0628\u062c\u0627\u0645\u0639\u0629 \u0645\u0627\u0646\u0634\u0633\u062a\u0631\u00a0 Saudi Scientific Society (SSSTUOM) Our Vision To be the best in creating and providing an integrated and distinguished environment for the Saudi students in Manchester. Our Mission To contribute in developing and honing the skills of Saudi students in Manchester in all scientific, academic, and training fields. \u00a0 Contact us Twitter: @SSSTUOM \u00a0 \u00a0Facebook: @SSSTUOM \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Email: SSSTUOM@gmail.com All Saudi and non-Saudi students are eligible for membership; whether from inside or outside the city of Manchester. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Save Our Staff MCR",
        "description": "We originally\u00a0formed in 2017/18 to fight job losses & defend pensions. Since then we have worked on\u00a0building discussions around workers rights & marketisation. We want to support the fight against casualisation, discuss free education, focus on the causes of mental health at uni and link up with other univeristies and causes around Manchester and across the UK, As a group we feel that the UCU strikes\u00a0in 2018 has revitalised the importance of unionisation and solidarity between students and staff across the UK, and this in tow has inspired\u00a0the student movement to fight against the continual marketisation of our education system.\u00a0 If you would like to get involved these are links to our facebook page, group and twitter: https://www.facebook.com/groups/454646654869098/ https://www.facebook.com/SOSMCR/ twitter: @sos_mcr If you do not have social media then you are welcome to contact us on email on: saveourstaff.manchester@gmail.com Solidarity Forever! "
    },
    {
        "name": "Scalpel Surgical Society",
        "description": "Scalpel\u00a0is the University of Manchester\u2019s Surgical Society, which represents and hopes to further medical student interest in surgery, and a partner of the Royal College of Surgeons of England. \u00a0 Scalpel was originally formed in 2001, but it was not until 2006 that a core group of Manchester medical students re-formed the society under guidance from the Royal College of Surgeons, creating Scalpel as we know it today. Since this re-invention of itself, Scalpel has gone from strength to strength and currently has approximately 900 members. \u00a0 As an undergraduate surgical society, Scalpel has three key aims: \u00a0  To organise events that showcase surgery and all of its specialties, To excite and enthuse students about surgery, To provide students who are interested in surgery with relevant careers information and advice.  \u00a0 Scalpel hopes to achieve these aims by organising talks and workshops delivered by charismatic surgeons from each and every surgical specialty. We want to get students excited about surgery early on so that they can start to consider whether they want to choose surgery as a career. With\u00a0competition for surgical jobs\u00a0becoming more and more fierce, students are being forced to consider their career options earlier than ever before.\u00a0Therefore students hoping for a career in surgery must start to think about how to make themselves more competitive and Scalpel hopes to help these students by organising surgical careers events and by providing students with surgical role models. \u00a0 Scalpel also seeks to encourage students from minorities into surgery, whether those minorities are ethnic, gender or otherwise by inviting role models from all walks of life as speakers at Scalpel events. Women in Surgery (WinS) events are a frequent feature of Scalpels events calendar, and a diverse range of speakers ensures the calendar remains of a high calibre and continues to be interesting and relevant. \u00a0 In 2009 Scalpel held their first ever\u00a0national conference\u00a0providing delegates with the opportunity to present their case reports and original research to an audience of esteemed clinicians and students. The conference proved to be a resounding success and it has now become a major annual event which is attended by medical students from\u00a0all across the UK and beyond. \u00a0 We are delighted by your interest in our work and look forward to meeting you! \u00a0 Make sure you check our website for more details about us;\u00a0like us on facebook and follow us on twitter to keep up to date with all our events. Send an email if you have any queries or want to find out more! \u00a0 WEBSITE:\u00a0http://www.scalpelmanchester.com/ \u00a0 FACEBOOK:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/scalpel.manchester \u00a0 TWITTER:\u00a0@scalpel_mcr \u00a0 EMAIL: info@scalpelmanchester.com "
    },
    {
        "name": "Schola Apium",
        "description": "      Schola Apium    "
    },
    {
        "name": "School of Biological Sciences Society (SoBSS)",
        "description": "Welcome! \u00a0 We are the School of Biological Sciences Society, SoBSS for short. We invite undergraduate and postgraduate students of all disciplines in Biological Sciences to join us: \u00a0 Anatomical Sciences,\u00a0Biochemistry,\u00a0Biology,\u00a0Biology with Sciences and Society,\u00a0Biomedical Sciences,\u00a0Biotechnology,\u00a0Cell Biology,\u00a0Cognitive Neuroscience and Psychology,\u00a0Developmental Biology,\u00a0Genetics,\u00a0Life Sciences,\u00a0Medical Biochemistry,\u00a0Microbiology,\u00a0Molecular Biology,\u00a0Neuroscience (BSc and MNeuroSci),\u00a0Optometry,\u00a0Pharmacology,\u00a0Pharmacology and Physiology,\u00a0Physiology,\u00a0Plant Science and\u00a0Zoology. This includes the courses with a Foundation Year, with Industrial Experience and those with a Language (German, French, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese). \u00a0 While there are smaller societies for the individual courses, we cover the wide range of Biological Sciences at the University of Manchester.\u00a0Membership is available for one year or the duration of your course, 3 or 4 years. It includes:  Discounts on our socials including the SoBSS lab coat pub crawl, general nights out and SoBSS quiz nights Discounts on our big events, such as the bi-annual SoBSS Ball Free access to academic events such as lecture series Support from the society throughout your time at University Discounts on day trips and activities Ability to purchase SoBSS merchandise such as our hoodies!  Find us on online:  Facebook\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/776915199109788/  Any questions, please email\u00a0sobssoc@gmail.com  "
    },
    {
        "name": "Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Society (STEMSoc)",
        "description": "We aim to encourage more students to pursue a career in the STEM subjects, acting as a platform, connecting potential volunteers with volunteering opportunities. We also aim to bridge the gender imbalance in the STEM subjects. \u00a0 We conduct many outreach activities in\u00a0science subjects by visiting libraries and primary schools. We provide these students with an opportunity to interact with current STEM students, which will encourage them to pursue a career in the STEM subjects.\u00a0 What does STEMsoc do?\u00a0  Code club: code club is a nationwide network of free after-school computer programming clubs for children aged 9 to 11. Once a week, we help run an after-school club, teaching the children the basics of computer programming starting from 'scratch' to HTML.\u00a0 Travel Lab: We visit libraries on weekends and run interesting table-top activities. Student-led lectures on STEM: Organise STEM-based introductory lectures in a local library. All students enthusiastic\u00a0about science and any particular topic in science are encouraged to give short talks to young students. Tabletop science (one-off\u00a0events): Run\u00a0activity based stalls at science fairs or schools. For example, last year we made musical instruments out of vegetables and programmed Arduino with primary students!\u00a0  We also do other STEM outreach events, if there are any outreach events you are interested in doing let us know and we can help you set it up.\u00a0 For more information please email our society chair Soumya Shreeram on committee@stemsoc.org.uk\u00a0or find us on facebook. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Scuba Diving (Sub Aqua Club)",
        "description": "We are the Scuba Diving society for the University of Manchester. We are branch number 9197 of BSAC (the British Sub Aqua Club), the leading UK diving club and the sport's national governing body. We operate as a club as opposed to a diving school/tour operator but we still run dive training and trips for our members, who join us at all levels of diving ability from novice to instructor! We run many non-diving club activities throughout the year and for many the social side of the club is just as rewarding as the diving side!   Our active members range from students to staff, alumni and those who are unaffiliated to the university.\u00a0   Social\u00a0meet-ups are on a Tuesdays at The Students Union\u00a0on Oxford Road from 8.00pm.  Information on the various training options can be found by asking on our facebook page:\u00a0http://www.fb.com/musacdiving If you're qualified with another diving association then you are still more than welcome to join, for more information about crossing over visit: bsac.com/already-qualified If you would like to ask a question via email: manunisac@gmail.com "
    },
    {
        "name": "Sexpression Manchester",
        "description": "Sexpression educates young people in sex and relationship issues and aims to empower them to make informed choices about\u00a0their reproductive health. Students deliver interactive and informal sessions in local schools and youth groups, creating a relaxed environment to learn about sexual health and broach sensitive topics. Sexpression MCR also delivers STI testing thoughout campus through the RUClear service\u00a0and run sex-positive events. We are a part of Sexpression:UK a nationwide organisation.\u00a0 To be notified about events and volunteering opportunities, join us online at:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/734121699943707/?fref=ts\u00a0(It's\u00a0a closed group - don't worrry you will be added in!)\u00a0 Like our Facebook page:-\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/SexpressionMCR For more information contact:\u00a0manchester@sexpression.org.uk \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Shakespeare Society",
        "description": "Hello and welcome to the University of Manchester's Shakespeare Society! We are a performance based society that aims to create an outlet for students interested in the works of William Shakespeare and other contemporary Elizabethan and Jacobean writers, as well as how Shakespeare has been portrayed and adapted in contemporary theatremaking. We aim to put on three productions a year and hold showcases, where students can give a go at writing, directing or acting without the stress of a full show. Through our productions, workshops and general ethos we seek to keep exploring new ways in which students can discover and appreciate the works of these authors. Follow us on facebook to keep uptaded with all latest news about auditions and shows at https://www.facebook.com/UoMShakeSoc 'We are such things as dreams are made of'. \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Shooting Club",
        "description": "This is a Clay Pigeon Shooting Club for members of all abilities. Lessons are usually held on a Wednesday afternoon but weekend lessons can be arranged if requested. All information will be on the facebook group, just search for University of Manchester Shooting Club! "
    },
    {
        "name": "Sina Project",
        "description": "This society\u00a0is aiming to help create a free online resource and help guide\u00a0for schools all over the world. Our aim is to work with schools to train teachers and to provide them with a set structure of teaching. With the help of our resources we are aiming to build a set standard of testing a pupils literacy age. Volunteer for us in our quest for a better world. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Singapore Student Society of Manchester",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Sing It!",
        "description": " \u00a0 Love singing? Shower singer or seasoned chorister? Experienced performer or complete newcomer? Want to develop your voice and have a break from the stress of Uni with a bunch of lovely people?  \u00a0 As long as you love singing, this is your choir!  Sing It! \u00a0is a 4-part mixed a cappella choir that welcomes anyone and everyone to make the most of the mental health benefits of singing with a group, whilst making some beautiful harmonies and music! \u00a0 We're an inclusive, happy and passionate bunch who\u00a0sing for the absolute love of it and don't audition, so everyone can make\u00a0the most of the mental health benefits of a choir. We do, though, have opportunities to perform, compete, and get top-level coaching\u00a0if you want to take them, and you'll love the sound we make, even if rehearsal is all about relaxing! \u00a0 We sing a whole range of styles, from jazz to folk to barbershop to pop to more classic choral stuff, and the diversity of our group and what we do is a big part of what makes choir, for us, so fun. \u00a0 For more info, to drop us a question, or to see us in action, check out our:  Website Instagram Facebook\u00a0 Youtube\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b  Or drop us an email at singit.chair@gmail.com \u00a0 So come along to a rehearsal to chill out, meet people, sing some beautiful music, and see what we're all about: Where?\u00a0~ Dance Studio, UoM Students' Union When?\u00a0~ Wednesdays 6-8pm \u00a0 First rehearsal and social event Wednesday 18th September, followed by the official 'Give It A Go' the following week, and then a 'Learn To Sing' course! (First rehearsal is always free) \u00a0    \u00a0 We welcome people of all ages, gender identities\u00a0and orientations, whether a UoM student, a non-UoM student, or not a student at all. If there is something we can do to be more accessible, please let us know!\u00a0You aren't required to read music but we do provide sheet music and MP3 tracks for all of our songs. "
    },
    {
        "name": "SINOS - Manchester's ENT Society",
        "description": "      SINOS - Manchester's ENT Society\u00a0    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Skateboard Society",
        "description": "Provide a platform in which skateboarders can meet each other and socialise, as well as promoting skateboarding as a leisure activity to people who are inexperienced or have never skateboarded in their life. "
    },
    {
        "name": "SMART Combat",
        "description": "Scientific Martial Arts (SMART) \u2013 a systematic and modern approach to martial arts.\u00a0We emphasise self defence from day one, but within our foundation\u00a0is a much deeper level of martial arts. Our system We develop people both mentally and physically.\u00a0The sessions work by starting small and building up progressively.\u00a0The classes are a mixture of simple exercises to build up your basic skills (timing, balance, structure, flexibility, power) and practising realistic self defence situations.\u00a0There are also smaller intensive group lessons where we delve deeper into the system. Our classes Our main classes are on Mondays and Thursdays from 6.30 - 8.30pm in the Trinity Sports Hall (<5 minutes from the University). You can come to classes once a week or twice, it's up to you. Periodically we also run women's self defence courses - information on the next course will be posted on our facebook page, stay tuned. Accessibility Our classes and events are open to anyone of any ability and we do not discriminate based on age, gender, sexuality, race, religion or other. Our training venue is wheelchair accessible, and has free car and bicycle parking. If you have any queries regarding accessibility please contact us primiarly via our facebook page or alternatively email manc@smartmartialarts.org. Seminars and socials Our society runs\u00a0seminars and workshops in addition to the regular classes we offer. These will usually focus on a more specific aspect of self defence, such as weapons defence or multiple assailants. We also organise regular socials, ranging from pub visits to paintballing. For the most up to date info on these socials, visit our facebook page. We are a very open and friendly group with a good mix of people, and as always, everyone is welcome! Pricing and contact The first week is of training is completely free, so come along and find out exactly how fun it is; whether you want to learn for self defence, to try out an new martial art, make new friends or just\u00a0want to get fit, all are welcome! \u00a0 Visit us: www.facebook.com/SmartMartialArtsManchester   \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Socialist Students",
        "description": "Socialist Students organises in universities, colleges and schools all over the country. We have groups on over 40 campuses \u2013 which meet regularly to discuss and debate the politics of changing the world . But Socialist Students does more than just discuss. We are active in the struggle to change things. We organise and mobilise students to defend education, fight war and racism and to campaign on a wide range of other issues relevant to our members. We organise democratically, and hold regular national meetings and events. Join us and get involved! \u00a0 Visiti us at:- http://socialiststudents.org.uk/wp/ http://www.facebook.com/groups/331020466948730/ "
    },
    {
        "name": "Socialist Worker Student Society",
        "description": "SWSS is the student group of the Socialist\u00a0 Workers Party.\u00a0 We are a revolutionary socialist group who actively campaign against all forms of oppression, imperialism and attacks on our living standards.\u00a0 We hold weekly meetings on a broad range of topics and help build a variety of campaigns. We stand: - Against Tory cuts and for free education - For the liberation of Palestine - For a radical solution to climate change - Against the racist BNP and EDL - For LGBT and Women's Liberation \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "socieTEA",
        "description": "      socieTEA    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Society of Current Affairs and Commercial Awareness",
        "description": "      Society of Current Affairs and Commercial Awareness\u00a0    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Society of Finance, Accounting & Business (SOFAB)",
        "description": "SOFAB aims to bring together students with a common interest in the business world in order to harness this enthusiasm\u00a0in a positive way.\u00a0We act as a mechanism by which like minded individuals looking to pursue a career in such areas can further their acumen and skills though the following channels: -Skills Development sessions with experts in their field -Corporate Presentations and networking events -Interview and CV workshops -Guest Speakers -Business Games -Collaborative social events with other societies In this way, students develop a range of key competencies which most top employers look for in a graduate.\u00a0 \u00a0 For more information please contact: Website: www.sofabmanchester.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/sofabmanchester "
    },
    {
        "name": "SomaliSociety",
        "description": "Somali Society "
    },
    {
        "name": "Songwriting Society",
        "description": "      Songwriting Society    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Southern African Society",
        "description": "1.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Unite southern African students living in Manchester  2.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Celebrate the cultures of all countries in the region especially on their Independence days  3.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0To build lifelong friendships FB:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/1738196633099379/?hc_ref=ARR_ArKoq-kfBqMHylC974dEW7RXMZWI4rq2MD9ZvmCowVCsGdtawZlFA7r6NpyMcEY EMAIL: uomsas@gmail.com\u00a0  "
    },
    {
        "name": "Spanish, Portuguese, and Latin American Studies Students' Society (SPLASSS)",
        "description": "\u00a1Hola e Ol\u00e1! SPLASSS was created to further Spanish, Portuguese and Latin American skills, to represent SPLASSS students in the university and the community and\u00a0to encourage SPLASSS students to socialise and meet new people through attending SPLASSS related events.\u00a0 \u00a0 For more information please contact: Email:\u00a0splasssmanc@live.com Find us on Facebook:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/SPLASSS/ "
    },
    {
        "name": "Spanish Society",
        "description": "The Spanish Society aims to share the Spanish culture among the University community. It is not exclusively targeted at Spaniards, but rather at anyone interested in culture, language, traditions and food! We host a wide variety of events throughout the year where you can have a taste of the Spanish culture. We hope you are as excited as we are, and are looking forward to seeing you in many of our events!! FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.facebook.com/spasocuom/ https://www.instagram.com/spanishsocietyuom/ \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Speech & Language Therapy",
        "description": "Hello and welcome to the Speech and Language Therapy Society!\u00a0 Speech and Language Therapists play a vital role in many people's lives who live with speech, language, communication and swallowing impairments. Meeting these needs is of vital importance and we wish to highlight how SLTs can help!\u00a0 Who are we?\u00a0 The SLT society is a student led organisation\u00a0with a predominate focus to \u2018give voice\u2019 and raise awareness for those with\u00a0communication and swallowing needs. \u00a0Our society welcomes membership from everyone who is passionate about promoting the need for inclusive communication and supporting those with speech, language and swallowing needs. We are free to join so it couldn't be easier to get involved!\u00a0 Our Aims:\u00a0 - By campaigning and supporting related charities we wish to raise awareness for those with communication and swallowing difficulties, and be a force for positive change!\u00a0 - We wish to increase awareness of the work speech and language therapists undertake and the valuable role they play in the healthcare profession.\u00a0 - We aim to enhance your university experience by creating a group of likeminded students who can socialise and support each other throughout this year. Socials will be inclusive and we will plan events to cater for\u00a0everyone.\u00a0 - We aim to run a variety of events which you will be informed about in advance through our monthly newsletter. In addition to campaigning we will welcome guest speakers and there will be opportunities to visit stammering support groups which are held at the university. However, this is YOUR society if there are certain events you would like us to run don't be scared to let us know! We want to work for you!\u00a0 Get Involved\u2026\u00a0 We would love everybody to be involved as much or as little as you like! Look out for information about:  Society Meetings\u2013 we would love to hear what you want out of the society.\u00a0 Socials\u2013we will be releasing information about socials our first one will involve tea and cake! Newsletters\u2013 we will send out emails and newsletters to our members about upcoming events.\u00a0  "
    },
    {
        "name": "Speleology Club (MUSC)",
        "description": "MUSC is a group of friendly faces who have a habit of going underground. Be it weekend trips, day trips or socials, a MUSC gathering is bound to be fun.\u00a0 We have weekly socials on Wednesday evenings, and usually five or six weekend trips a term, as well as a number of day and evening trips. You don\u2019t need to have been caving before to join us, we take people of all abilities. The underground world is a spectacular place and we\u2019d love to share it with you. We look forward to seeing you around! Website:\u00a0https://sites.google.com/site/musccaving/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2420950125/ Email: committee.musc@gmail.com "
    },
    {
        "name": "Sports and Exercise Medicine Society (SEMSoc)",
        "description": "SEMSoc (The Sport and Exercise Medicine Society) SEMSoc\u00a0was re founded in 2010, by a group of medical students at the\u00a0University of Manchester, after its original formation in 2008. Over the past few years. \u00a0 The society has sought to educate and inform undergraduates through monthly lectures, seminars, educational resources and contacts to other SEM professionals. \u00a0 Open to all undergraduates with an interest in sports and exercise, including medical students, physiotherapists and sports therapists, it encompasses the same multi-discipline team approach as the specialism as a whole \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 To keep up to date with our latest news and events follow us on Facebook: \u00a0SEMsoc\u00a0www.facebook.com/pages/SEMSoc-The-Sports-and-Exercise-Medicine-Society/167067519975604?ref=h Twitter: @semsocuk Website:\u00a0www.semsocuk.com \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Sri Lankan Society",
        "description": "We are back and ready to turn the baila up this year! Join us for a little piece of home in Manchester. We have got lots of exciting events lined up for you including: * Kottu Nights * Warwick Cricket Tournament + Baila Night * Authentic Sri Lankan Dinner * Sapphire Ball in London\u00a0 * Sinhala and Tamil New Year Celebrations and much more! "
    },
    {
        "name": "Stand Up To Racism",
        "description": "To campaign against the racist scapegoating of refugees and migrants.  To fight for political and material solidarity with refugees in Calais and other places.  To fight against Islamphobia and all other forms of racism. "
    },
    {
        "name": "St Anselm Hall",
        "description": "A\u00a0student committee who are elected to run activities and events in halls to benefit residents. "
    },
    {
        "name": "STEMsoc",
        "description": "STEMsoc "
    },
    {
        "name": "St Gabriel's Hall",
        "description": "A\u00a0student committee who are elected to run activities and events in halls to benefit residents. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Stop The War",
        "description": "Stop The War "
    },
    {
        "name": "Stream Chinese literature",
        "description": "      Stream Chinese literature    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Student Action for Refugees (STAR)",
        "description": "Student Action for Refugees is a society dedicated to improving the lives of refugees and asylum seekers in this country. We are part of a network of 35 university groups across the country with this same vision.\u00a0 Within this society there is the opportunity to meet individuals from a myriad of cultures whose presence here is testament to their determination to hold strong to their values and flee unwarranted persecution. Joining this society will open your eyes to the hardships people undergo and the surprising barriers to integration into our society. Asylum seekers are especially vulnerable to discrimination and mental unrest due to their precarious status until proclaimed refugees. As STAR members we strive to make this country and this city as welcoming as possible and support the campaigns to change attitudes within government, media as well as the British people towards asylum seekers. Destitution, detention and barriers to higher education for asylum seekers are just a few of the consequences of policies and negative attitudes. Volunteering We run two conversation clubs to help refugees and asylum seekers to improve their English. These take place in Stockport, on a Saturday morning, and in central Manchester, during the week (TBC). Campaigning Last year, we successfully campaigned with the Still Human Still Here network by sleeping out against destitution. Two weeks later, Manchester City Council unanimously passed a motion against destitution. This year, building on past campaigns, we will be campaigning for Equal Access to higher education for asylum seekers. We will be asking the University of Manchester to create two fully funded scholarships for asylum seekers. This campaign's Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/pages/Equal-Access-MCR/180521355476778?fref=ts \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Contact us on: star-manchester@hotmail.com \u00a0 Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/29431783319/ \u00a0 Twitter \u00a0 \u00a0 - \u00a0STARManchester \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Student Action Volunteering",
        "description": "We're the community volunteering society at the Students' Union. \u00a0We run a huge number of student-led weekly volunteering projects and one off events helping people in the local community. From supporting refugees and asylum seekers in improving their English, to providing Manchester\u2019s homeless rough sleepers with a hot drink and a\u00a0friendly chat in the winter months, Student Action offers something to fit everyone\u2019s interests. We\u00a0also run projects involving\u00a0the environment, vulnerable women, adults with accessibility needs, elderly people, and children. For more info, click here.\u00a0 When you find a project that interests you, all you need to do is sign up to the volunteer hub and start volunteering! You can also like our facebook page for any updates throughout the year!   Email us at\u00a0info@studentaction.co.uk with any questions you might have :) \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Student Balint Society",
        "description": "      Student Balint Society\u00a0    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Student Inspire Network",
        "description": "DON'T KNOW WHAT YOU WANT TO DO AFTER UNI? Watch our videos of students who have been through the process and secured: Work experience, internships and graduate jobs and be inspired! We aim to educate, motivate and inspire\u00a0students\u00a0to start thinking about their career and start working towards it by creating informal videos by students who have been through the process and secured internships, apprenticeships, graduate jobs, societies, exchange programmes, startups or any work experience. We want to help students currently trying to achieve their goals to feel motivated, inspired and educated to take action. The idea is to create inspiration FOR students\u00a0BY students.  Current ONS statistics show that over 65% of 16-25 year olds do not know what they want to do in life. As well as other factors, we believe that lack of tangible, relatable information on careers is unavailable, and if available, it is usually tied up in lengthy online articles and other written pieces that often make relevant information too difficult to be accessible. We believe that in order to help OUR generation, we must adapt to changes in technology and be in line with how our generation consumes information. This is mainly through short snappy informal videos on social media. \u00a0 WANT TO FEATURE IN ONE OF OUR VIDEOS? Have you been through the process and secured: Work experience, internships or a grad job? Want to improve your personal brand? Share you story and inspire others! Drop us a message on our Facebook page, DM us on twitter or send an email to Mils@studentInspireNetwork.com and we'll arrange a place and time to record. INSPIRE SESSIONS We organise networking events with employers ranging from Banking and Finance to Marketing and Advertising. This gives from all degreee disciplines an opportunities to find out more about the opportunities these employers offer and ask questions about applying and securing internship and graduate positions. These sessions will allow you to find out exactly what these employers look for in students and give you the best opportunity for success when applying. \u00a0 Keep an eye on your email, we'll soon send you an invite to sign up to our website where you'll have access to all our videos and all the information on how to feature in one of our videos. \u00a0 Follow us on social media! Facebook page - Student Inspire Network (https://www.facebook.com/StudentInspireNetwork/) Twitter - @Student_Inspire Snapchat - Student_inspire \u00a0 STUDENT INSPIRE NETWORK! EDUCATE. MOTIVATE. INSPIRE \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Students for Liberty",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Students For Organ Donation",
        "description": "\"Student's for Organ Donation\u201d (aka SFOD).\u00a0  The aim of the society is to raise general awareness in as many people as we can and bring education to medical students about donation and transplantation.  So, we plan to hold regular events to fully support and encourage everyone to look into this topic.\u00a0  We have the support of Manchester Medical School, including Professor Tony Freemont, Head of Undergraduate Medical Education as well as Mr Tavakoli, a leading surgeon in kidney transplant at the Manchester Royal Infirmary. \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Student Society for Freemasonry",
        "description": "      Student Society for Freemasonry    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Sudanese Society",
        "description": "      Sudanese Society    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Summer students",
        "description": "These are the 10 week summer students "
    },
    {
        "name": "Support for Student Sex Workers",
        "description": "Support for Student Sex Workers "
    },
    {
        "name": "Swing Dance Society",
        "description": "Hello, and welcome to Swing Soc! We are based in the University of Manchester and we welcome everyone! \u00a0 WHAT IS IT Swing Dancing is a partnered (improvised) social dance, dating back to the great Swing Era of the 20s, 30s and 40s in the USA. It developed among the African American community \u2013 most famously in Harlem \u2013 and was danced to the big bands of Duke Ellington, Count Basie, and others. \u00a0 WHERE We normally hold lessons in the Dance Studio of the SU. Sometimes the venue may change so make sure to check the Facebook event first! Our fortnightly social, Tipple Step, runs every other Sunday in Revolution Oxford Road. It is completely free and we get food and drinks discounts! \u00a0 WHEN Every Friday 6:30-7:15 \u2013 Improvers lesson 7:30-8:15 \u2013 Beginners lesson 8:30-Late \u2013 Social dancing Pub afterwards! \u00a0 HOW MUCH Single class: \u00a33 3 classes: \u00a35 10 classes: \u00a315 These do not need to be used consecutively, if you have a pass, you can pick and choose what lessons you come to! \u00a0 WHAT TO BRING No partner or experience needed! Just bring yourself and a comfy pair of shoes, preferably ones that don\u2019t have too much grip. Water will be provided but we recommend you bring your own water bottle. \u00a0 OUR COMMITTEE Co-chairs: Lauren Forrest, Diana Espirito Secretary: Helen Mortimer Treasurer: Tyler Bryce Safety and inclusion officer: Cassie Cox Social media: Kat W\u00f3jcik And many more! \u00a0 SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook -\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/MUSDS/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/swingdancemcr/?hl=en "
    },
    {
        "name": "Tabletop Role-Playing Society",
        "description": "Greetings Adventurers!  Welcome to the Tabletop Role-playing Society, where we play many a variety of TTRPGS including the wonderful Dungeons and Dragons:) We have weekly room bookings in University Place on Thursdays 6 until 9pm (for specific rooms please join facebook page) Please join the Facebook page through this link, because this is where we organise and manage campaign groups and various society social events: https://www.facebook.com/groups/uomtabletop/ Hope to see you all soon:)) \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Taekwon-Do Society",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Taiwanese Society",
        "description": "The society is designed to attract those having interests in Taiwanese culture and wanting to learn more about Taiwan. We also provide an opportunity for sharing cross cultural experience and meeting people from various backgrounds; not only those from Taiwan but those from elsewhere who are interested in Mandarin language exchange. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Tamil Society",
        "description": "The aim of the society is to bring together students, especially Tamil students studying at the university and enjoy what our culture has to offer. We would like students to experience our culture and celebrate the diversity of the University of Manchester.\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Tango Society",
        "description": "Free Argentine Tango lessons every week in the SU. All levels welcome, especially complete beginners, it's a great dance to start with. The joining fee goes towards socials, venue hire and music for Milongas (social dances) "
    },
    {
        "name": "Team for Rohingya",
        "description": "      Team for Rohingya    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Team Pangaea",
        "description": " Pangaea Festival organising group, comprised\u00a0of Decor and Theme\u00a0Team, Bookings Team and Promotions Team. Make Pangaea Great Again Pangaea Festival began in 2006 when an ambitious bunch of students from The University of Manchester decided to throw an all-night party off their own bat, which had real variety and great value for money.\u00a0At its peak, Pangaea was Europe\u2019s largest student festival, featuring incredible artists such as Clean Bandit, Mr Scruff and Wiley, as well as having over 15 individual rooms every festival. Since then, we feel Pangaea has forgotten where it came from, progressively having fewer and fewer students involved in every aspect of the festival. It\u2019s time for students to take back control, and curate a festival for students by students. It\u2019s time to Make Pangaea Great Again.\u00a0It's time to join Team Pangaea Now.\u00a0 ___________________ Join the Facebook Group to stay in the loop:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/367290374186989/ ___________________ www.facebook.com/pangaeafestival www.twitter.com/pangaeafestival www.youtube.com/pangaeafestival "
    },
    {
        "name": "Technical Theatre Society (MUTTS)",
        "description": "We supply lighting, sound and technical services to other societies. Providing an environment for students interested in technical theatre to gain training and experience. Alternativly visit our website www.mutts.org.uk \u00a0for more information about the society and how to get involved! For more information please contact\u00a0chair@mutts.org.uk www.facebook.com/groups/mutts.manchester/?fref=ts "
    },
    {
        "name": "Tedx Society",
        "description": "The content and design of each TEDx event is unique and developed independently, but all TEDx events have several features in common. TED's celebrated format: A suite of short, carefully prepared talks, demonstrations and performances (live, or just TEDTalks videos from TED.com) on a wide range of subjects to foster learning, inspiration and wonder -- and to provoke conversations that matter TEDTalks videos: A minimum of two pre-recorded talks from the acclaimed TEDTalks video series (these talks are available free on TED.com) Bias-free programming: Lack of any commercial, religious or political agenda "
    },
    {
        "name": "TEDxUniversityofManchester",
        "description": "TEDxUniversityofManchester\u00a0puts on conferences throughout the year that aim\u00a0bring together bright minds to give talks that are idea-focused, and on a wide range of subjects, to foster learning, inspiration and wonder \u2013 and provoke conversations that matter.\u00a0 TED is an annual event that brings together the world's leading thinkers and doers to share ideas that matter in any discipline \u2014 technology, entertainment, design, science, humanities, business, development. The talks at the conference, called TED Talks, are then made available to watch for free on TED.com.\u00a0In the spirit of \"ideas worth spreading,\" TED has created TEDx, a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience.\u00a0At a TEDx event, TED Talks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connections. Our TEDx eventss are\u00a0not organized by TED Conferences, but is operated under a license from TED. For any queries, e-mail: uomtedx@gmail.com. Keep up to date with us on our Facebook page:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/tedxmanchesteruniversity Founders: Emrana Khatun and Liz Tiong Li Chen "
    },
    {
        "name": "Thai Society",
        "description": "We aim to gather the Thai community of the Thais in Manchester. We will provide various activities, as follows: - Regular Social Events -Educational Support -Recreational and Sporting activities We are also part of the Samaggi Samagom, which is a society that includes all the other Thai societies throughout the UK. We take part in their annual sporting event (Samaggi Games) every year, in which we aim to broaden the links and network of our society. Most importantly, we would like to promote and share our culture to those who are interested. "
    },
    {
        "name": "The Arts and Crafts Society",
        "description": "       The Arts & Crafts Society (TACS) A lot of us have had hobbies growing up that we might have dedicated less and less time to after entering the busy academic  periods of our lives. The Arts and Crafts Society (TACS) is a society that aims to provide a fun, easy-going space for people to  practice their own thing, experiment with new mediums and interact over their favourite artists.  \u00a0 We actively welcome people from all different skill levels and media, whether it\u2019s painting, sketching, photography, crocheting,  embroidery, sculpture, calligraphy, journalling and more. Even if you just want to come along and socialise or watch others  work that\u2019s totally fine too!  \u00a0    The details: Over the course of the year, we will organise weekly art jamming sessions in cafes/SU rooms that will also act as our socials  because we know you\u2019re all busy bees. We will also invite local artists, from a variety of mediums, in to conduct workshops  every other month, as well as occasional group visits to art galleries or exhibitions.  At the end of the academic year we will hold a charity art sale where students can create their own merchandise like t-shirts, prints and other bits and bobs, as well as a collaborative year-end, mini art book to commemorate one years worth of hard work! \u00a0 It might sound like a lot, but participation is totally optional, especially if you want to participate in only one of these events.  At the end of the day, all\u2019s good as long as you\u2019re having fun!  \u00a0 Membership: We charge a small membership fee, but don\u2019t let that turn you away! The benefits you get is\u00a0access to our communal art  supplies (which we use this membership fees\u00a0to buy, so the more members, the better the supplies :9) and also discounts  to all the workshops that will be held over the year. You\u2019ll also get a cheeky discount at a couple cafes and art stores (TBC). \u00a0 Weekly Art Sessions: Our weekly art sessions are running every Saturday 2-4PM @ Room 2.5 in Students Union, UoM. The sessions are FREE for members and 2 pound for non-members, so if it's your first session feel free to come and try it out first! \u00a0 If you have any questions, or just wanna give us a wee stalk: Email:\u00a0 tacsuom@gmail.com Facebook Page: @tacsuom\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/tacsuom/ Instagram: @tacsuom\u00a0https://www.instagram.com/tacsuom/     "
    },
    {
        "name": "The Big Change",
        "description": "The Big Change campaign is about working collaboratively to help to end homelessness, focusing on the long term. The Big Change campaign promotes alternative giving , encouraging the public to give to The Big Change fund rather than directly to beggars on the street. This is because giving money to beggars on the street often worsens the issue, and makes it harder for charities to form relationships.  Therefore The Big Change society wants to get students involved in working to end homelessness in the long run, rather than replicating\u00a0services already available. We want to encourage students to work to address the long-term issues, filling gaps rather than replicating existing services. Therefore we have four objectives as a society:  1.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0To fundraise for The Big Change campaign,  2.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0To signpost students towards the best ways they can get involved with ending homelessness  3.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0To campaign to raise awareness about areas causing homelessness, e.g housing issues,  4.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0To promote responsible giving amongst students Join the Facebook group:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/thebigchangesociety/ "
    },
    {
        "name": "The British Heart Foundation Society",
        "description": "      The British Heart Foundation Society    "
    },
    {
        "name": "The British Pub Society",
        "description": "      The British Pub Society    "
    },
    {
        "name": "The Cubing Society",
        "description": "\u00a0        The Cubing Society is a newly created and free society for students who share the passion for  solving Rubik\u2019s Cube and other similar puzzles, as well as for those who are willing to challenge themselves.  Join us, have fun and go beyond your limits! \u00a0 Who can join? Anyone is welcome to join, either you are an advanced or a first-time \u2018cuber\u2019\uff01 \u00a0 Follow us on: Facebook:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/cubinguom/ Instagram:\u00a0https://www.instagram.com/thecubingsoc_uom/     "
    },
    {
        "name": "The Devil's Advocates",
        "description": "\u00a0 \u201cThe man of knowledge must be able not only to love his enemies but also to hate his friends.\u201d\u00a0  \u2015 Friedrich Nietzsche \u00a0   Welcome to The Devil's Advocates Society. \u00a0We want to bring people together by allowing them to talk and by listening carefully to their every argument. \u00a0We are tired of people labelling each other and calling the other side names such as racist, snowflake\u00a0and alike. \u00a0All sides need to be heard, no matter how unreasonable they are perceived by today's society - and that is the purest definition of a cooperative free country, a way of life too often taken for granted. \u00a0Here we want to understand the other side. And what better way to do exactly that than to engage in a debate on their behalf. \u00a0Come and debate for both sides of an argument, and you are sure to get closer to bridging the current divide\u00a0- and to make some good friends along the way. \u00a0   Remember, we are the real many and we love the few too... Advocatus Diaboli \u00a7. Committee @ The Devil's Advocates \u00a0 \u00a0  Contact us Email: \u00a0info@devilsadvocates.co.uk  Facebook: \u00a0  Twitter: \u00a0@d_advocatesmcr  Instagram: \u00a0@devilsadvocatesmcr #WeAreMany "
    },
    {
        "name": "The Health Equity Challenge",
        "description": "Welcome to The Health Equity Challenge - a series of expert-facilitated workshops designed to help you understand our health service, manage health inequities in your future work as a healthcare professional, and become a more effective leader.\u00a0  \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "The Hope Curriculum Project",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "The Language Society",
        "description": "The Language Society exists to encourage the\u00a0exchange of language knowledge between students of different cultures, ethnicities and nationalities. To scale the wall that stands in the way of a simple international relationship whether business or diplomatic. To make language learning free, accessible and fun to all students who have their own language to share.\u00a0 This society is open to current University of Manchester students only, from all courses and countries. Our primary activity is the language exchange, done by volunteer tutors who are students whose native language is the one they are teaching. No requirements or experience are required for tutoring, so this serves as the perfect platform for tutors to gain experience and practice. Students can join us for only \u00a31.00,\u00a0and learn all the languages we have for free once you are a member! We aim to conduct classes in demand twice a month, and our primary means of communication is via Facebook. Once you become a member, please send a screenshot of your membership confirmation email to https://www.facebook.com/LanguageSoc/. Then, send a request to join our closed Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/langsocmembers/). If your name on the student system\u00a0is different to your Facebook name, please let us know.\u00a0 Currently, our language bank consists of the following languages, Arabic, Cantonese, French, Danish, German, Greek, Hindi, Urdu, Japanese, Malay, Mandarin, Polish, Portugese, Spanish, Thai, Turkish, Korean, Russian! For further enquiries or reporting, please send us a message at https://www.facebook.com/LanguageSoc/ "
    },
    {
        "name": "The Modern Languages and Cultures magazine",
        "description": "      The Modern Languages and Cultures magazine    "
    },
    {
        "name": "The PPE Society",
        "description": "Open to all and free to join, the PPE Society aims to create a PPErfect community for all.\u00a0 Throughout the year we run a range of acadmeic, social and charitable events including bar crawls, a speaker series, and networking events. The best way to get involved is by joining our facebook group PPE Society University of Manchester and coming along to one of our events!\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "The University of Manchester Table Tennis Club",
        "description": "      The University of Manchester Table Tennis Club    "
    },
    {
        "name": "The University of Manchester UAV Society",
        "description": "From foundation to final year, Fashion to Engineering students - UAV Society is for you! Based on North Campus, we design, create and compete our very own aircraft. From remote controlled aircraft to hexctopers (a helicopter with 6 propellers!) we cover all the bases. Expanded from 6 to 60 members within 6 months, we are becoming more and more accustomed to new faces from different educational backgrounds. Whether you love planes or want a new challege, nothing looks better on the CV or in a job interview than some real life design and hands on manufacturing. It doesn't matter if you know nothing about aircraft, our experienced leaders are here to help you become comfortable outside your comfort zone! So far we have competed against UK, Turkish and German Universities and hope to go abroad in 2014! For information please contact: artur.placha@student.manchester.ac.uk \u00a0 Please join us on facebook at\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/336120023190642/\u00a0for latest news and updates regarding society! "
    },
    {
        "name": "The Wellness Society",
        "description": "      The Wellness Society\u00a0    "
    },
    {
        "name": "Turkish and Northern Cypriot",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Turning Point UK",
        "description": "Turning Point UK "
    },
    {
        "name": "Tutor Trust",
        "description": "We support the charity 'The Tutor Trust' which works in over 200 schools across Greater Manchester to tutor children from disadvantaged backgrounds. We promote the charity, advertise for the recruitment of new tutors, organise socials, and fundraise for other children's charities. This year, we aim to host talent shows for tutors and students to raise money for children's causes. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Tutor Trust Society",
        "description": "\u00a0 \u00a0The Tutor Trust Society is for all tutors that currently work with The Tutor Trust, any students from the UoM who would like to go into teaching in the future, any individuals who support our missions at The Tutor Trust and also anybody who wants to socialise and interact with us.\u00a0   As a new society having started in UoM in 2014, we aim to hold various social events, careers workshops and fundraising events.   Your degree/discipline is not an issue for our society, the more diverse our society is, the more we will benefit and learn from each other, so please join!\u00a0 We look forward to meeting you and welcome you in our society.\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "UNICEF On Campus Manchester",
        "description": "UNICEF on Campus is a society that aims to raise funds and awareness for the work of UNICEF UK which supports children by upholding their rights to childhood, education and healthcare. We do this through organizing various events and campaigning. \u00a0 For more information please contact: unicefuom@gmail.com For more information, please visit: www.unicefuom.weebly.com\u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "UniCS",
        "description": "UniCS is a\u00a0society\u00a0that ensures you enjoy and make the most out of your time at the\u00a0University.\u00a0Our aim is\u00a0to break the stereotype that Computer Scientists don\u2019t have fun at all. UniCS will enhance and support your evolution in the computer science field.\u00a0We started out running GreatUniHack (a 24-hour hackathon in the first semester), weekly python classes, numerous talks and workshops throughout the year from companies and lecturers. \u00a0 We celebrate many social events like pub crawls, pub quizzes or bowling nights. We also celebrate more technical events such as talks with professionals coding competitions and hackathons. All our events are free and open to anybody to participate so feel free to join us in any event! \u00a0  Social media and other links to stay updated with cool events we do: https://www.unicsmcr.com/ https://www.instagram.com/unics_uom\u00a0 https://www.facebook.com/unicsmanchester\u00a0 https://www.facebook.com/groups/unicsmanchester\u00a0 https://twitter.com/unics_uom  "
    },
    {
        "name": "University of Manchester Beauty Society",
        "description": " Welcome to the Official University of Manchester Beauty Society's Webpage Thank you for taking an interest in our society! \u00a0 Who are we?\u00a0 We are a group of beauty lovers looking to raise awareness in the usage of cruelty-free beauty products and choosing sustainable methods to achieve the same make-up look.\u00a0 \u00a0 What does the Beauty Society do?\u00a0 We provide collaobrations with local beauty brands that are cruelty-free or have sustainable practices. We also provide workshops on all things beauty from skincare to make-up brushes care.\u00a0 \u00a0 Who are we looking for? We are looking for enthusiastic beauty lovers to be part of our team! In fact we are expanding our executive committee team and hope you would join us! Not to fret if you think the exec committee is too big of a role. We are also looking for Beauty Ambassadors to help us run workshops throughout the semester. If you are super duper knowledgeable of cruelty-free beauty brands or knows how to create make-up looks then don't be shy and message us on our FB page or IG. We would love to hear from you. After all, a society is all about learning from one another.\u00a0 \u00a0 Follow Us on our Social Media Pages Facebook:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/uombeautysociety/ Instagram:\u00a0https://www.instagram.com/uombeautysociety/ \u00a0 Terms & Conditions By signing up to the University of Manchester Beauty\u00a0Society\u00a0you agree and consent fully to your name and details being on our register in line with the new data protection and GDPR rules. You are entitled to a copy of the information\u00a0the University of Manchester\u00a0Student's Union holds on you\u00a0under the Freedom of Information\u00a0Act. Your information will not go anywhere other than the Student's Union, if you are concerned please contact the Student's Union separately. Upon signing up with us, you agree to be put on our mailing list and are happy to recieve periodic emails from us.\u00a0If you would like to opt-out of receiving\u00a0emails, there will be a\u00a0link on the emails you will recieve,\u00a0to do so. Please be aware that the\u00a0University of\u00a0Manchester Beauty Society is fully aware of the need to keep details private and will not share any of your details to any third parties. In the extreme (rare) case that we have to (e.g. when the university or law requires us to) we will ask for your consent/notify you first. Please also note that while allies are welcome to our events, they must be respectful and understanding with all members and we expect all\u00a0\u00a0members to be accepting and understanding of each other. \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "University of Manchester Bowling Society",
        "description": "      University of Manchester Bowling Society\u00a0    "
    },
    {
        "name": "University of Manchester Chinese Student Society",
        "description": "      University of Manchester Chinese Student Society    "
    },
    {
        "name": "University of Manchester Civil Engineering Society (UMCES)",
        "description": "Welcome to the University of Manchester Civil Engineering Society! Join us for experiences that will add value to both your university life and future career, with ongoing events like site visits, industrial talks, networking opportunities, socials and much more! "
    },
    {
        "name": "University of Manchester Consulting Society (UMCS)",
        "description": "      University of Manchester Consulting Society (UMCS)    "
    },
    {
        "name": "University of Manchester Extinction Rebellion",
        "description": "      University of Manchester Extinction Rebellion\u00a0    "
    },
    {
        "name": "University of Manchester Fashion Society",
        "description": "If you have a passion for fashion, then this is the society for you! Fashion Society is based on connecting people through the use of fashion and style.\u00a0 Our main aims are as follows:  To educate, inspire and connect students through the industry and history of fashion.\u00a0 To allow members to not only express their love for fashion, but also voice their opinions on several topics in the fashion industry and even introduce new views to students.\u00a0 To respect all views and different backgrounds, both in fashion and culture. To make sure every member feels valued, equal and enjoys their time in the society. To help build fashion networks, experience and portfolios To provide students with opportunities to attend different fashion events  There are several events to get involved in this coming year including fashion shows, trips to fashion weeks, socials, creating magazines, photoshoots, campaigns,\u00a0guest speaker and the end of year fashion show\u00a0 Join UoM Fashion Society and celebrate the world of fashion! Contact: Chairperson Feya Mattis - feya.mattis@student.manchester.ac.uk President\u00a0 Nicole Lloyd - nicole.lloyd@student.manchester.ac.uk Vice President\u00a0 Deborah Adeniyi - deborah.adeniyi@student.manchester.ac.uk \u00a0 Facebook  www.facebook.com/fashionsociety.uom/ \u00a0 \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "University of Manchester Folk & Ceilidh Society (UMFCS)",
        "description": "A society for all things folk and ceilidh related. We have weekly socials including music sessions, ceilidhs, nights out to local folk gigs, and trips on the folk train. To find out more, join our Facebook group or like our Facebook page! We're always happy to hear from members, so if you have any questions please contact us on manchesterfolkandceilidh@gmail.com, message us on our Facebook page, or post your question in our Facebook group. Everyone is welcome regardless of your university or college! Details of future socials and events will be sent to all members via email and advertised through Facebook. \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "University of Manchester Hong Kong Public Affairs & Social Services Society (ManPASS)",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "University of Manchester Law School Debating Society",
        "description": "      University of Manchester Law School Debating Society    "
    },
    {
        "name": "University of Manchester Philosophy Society",
        "description": "      University of Manchester Philosophy Society    "
    },
    {
        "name": "University of Manchester Trauma & Orthopaedics Society",
        "description": "      University of Manchester Trauma & Orthopaedics Society    "
    },
    {
        "name": "UoM Biotechnology Society",
        "description": "Welcome to the Biotechnology Society!\u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "UoM Ghanaian Society",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "UOM Motorsports Society",
        "description": "UoM motorsports socitey runs many motorsports related events, from free F1 screenings, to local and national karting races. F1 Screenings: For every Formula one race we hold screenings at the Turing Tap, a popular pub on Oxford road, the events are a good laugh and free for everyone. Teamsport events: We hold discounted time trials and races at local indoor karting tracks, these are great fun and practice for the BUKC. BUKC: We compete in the British University's Karting Championship (BUKC), a national chamionship with some of the best young drivers in the country. We race in 125cc 2-stroke rotax karts, ran by club 100, which can reach 70mph. We have an A team which competes at the highest level of BUKC, the premier class, who in 2019 managed to pick up a couple of class wins. Aswell as the A team, the B and C team race in the intermidiates class and is a fantastic way to gain experience of high level karting. Northern Karting Challenge (NKC): The NKC is a championship held at Northern tracks by local unis, these are held in hire karts which is a good stepping stone between indoor karts and the BUKC rotax karts. Last year we placed 2nd overall and this year we're looking to go one better! Join our group on facebook:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/groups/242938695904410/ Follow us on instagram:\u00a0https://www.instagram.com/uommotorsports/ "
    },
    {
        "name": "UoM Powerlifting",
        "description": "Powerlifting involves three main movements: squat, bench and deadlift. This society aims to allow individuals to train these movements at their own pace with appropriate guidance and support.\u00a0 We are proud to be affiliated with North West Powerlifting.\u00a0This means you can expect plenty of opportunities\u00a0to compete\u00a0both within the society and beyond (all optional, of course)!\u00a0 All abilities welcome! We currently have a range of members, from novice lifters to experienced lifters competing nationally. Find us on Facebook at UoM Powerlifting Society Instagram @uompowerlifting or drop us an email at uompowerlifting@gmail.com Happy lifting! "
    },
    {
        "name": "UoM Psychiatry Society",
        "description": "Please contact us on via our email or our social media: Email: ManchesterPsychSoc@gmail.com Facebook:\u00a0University of Manchester Psychiatry Society Twitter: @UoMPsychSoc Instagram: UoMPsychSoc "
    },
    {
        "name": "UoM QStep Society",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Urban Lawyers North",
        "description": "Urban Lawyers North assist Black, Asian\u00a0and ethnic minority students attain the skills needed to successfully access\u00a0the legal profession. The society aims to establish strong relationships with similar societies at other northern universities as well as northern law societies, chambers of commerce, and business networks. \u00a0Our activities include:  Arranging talks, workshops and seminars regarding attaining a career in law.\u00a0 Hosting networking events\u00a0for University of Manchester students. Facilitating mentorship networks between students and legal professionals.  "
    },
    {
        "name": "Vegetarian and Vegan",
        "description": "The Vegetarian and Vegan Society "
    },
    {
        "name": "Vinyl Frontier",
        "description": "Welcome to Vinyl Frontier. Here, we're all about music. The society works like a book club, but with albums in place of any literature. We're going to listen to as broad a spectrum\u00a0of music as possible so people can get into stuff they might've thought they wouldn't like. Also, it's the place to find people to go to gigs with if you can't persuade any of your mates to go. For updates, join the Facebook group\u00a0here and check out our page\u00a0here. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Warped (Manchester Science Fiction and Fantasy Society)",
        "description": "Manchester's Science Fiction & Fantasy Society. Whether you're a casual fan who doesn't know their Asimov's from their Adams' or you're an avid comics & movie fan, you'll be welcome at Warped. We meet on Monday nights and hold quizzes, pub crawls, film screenings and more, all with our unique approach. When we're not doing those things we meet for regular socials in Sandbar, to discuss a wide range of topics like: criminally underrated TV and Cult movies, the greatest fantasy novel of all time, or even just this week's Doctor Who. Whatever it may be you're into, you'll always find somebody else who is excited about the same things as you are and can recommend similar things. We aim both to be an environment that promotes fun discussion of Scifi & Fantasy and to further the SF & F community in Manchester and the North West, be it through joint events with other societies or city trips.  To keep up to date with our events and weekly meetings join our\u00a0Facebook group. \u00a0  "
    },
    {
        "name": "WeiQi",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Welsh Society",
        "description": "Welcome to the UoM Welsh Society! \u00a0 Shwmae! We are a new society dedicated to the Welsh culture and lifestyle, who aim to get together and have fun!  This community was started as a way to meet new people, Welsh or otherwise. You don't have to be Welsh to join, and you definitely don't have to speak the language (however Welsh lessons are optional), all you need is a friendly personality and a desire to join in.\u00a0You're here to enjoy yourself, so do it with the Welsh Society! \u00a0 If you're interested, you can also take a look at our Facebook page here.  \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Weston Hall",
        "description": "A\u00a0student committee who are elected to run activities and events in halls to benefit residents. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Whitworth Park",
        "description": "A\u00a0student committee who are elected to run activities and events in halls to benefit residents. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Wilderness Medicine Society",
        "description": "   Aimed at students interested in medicine in out of the ordinary environments including: Expedition Medicine, Prehospital Care Medicine, Military Medicine, Extreme Environment Medicine (sub-aquatic/high altitude/space),Tropical Medicine, Disaster Relief Medicine, Humanitarian Aid Medicine, Search and Rescue Medicine. MWMS makes a concerted effort to be the 'practical society', giving attendees at its lectures and training sessions real skills which they could apply themselves if the need arose. This covers things like the use of items of equipment, to practising carrying an injured casualty. We also hold several lectures each year, usually based around areas which it is hard to give hands-on experience in.MWMS events are open to any student at Manchester University with an interest in the event subject (though a level of healthcare knowledge may be presumed).MWMS is not a profit making organisation. Any monies raised are used to purchase new equipment to increase the training opportunities we can offer.      \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Wine and Spirit Society",
        "description": "To educate and enhance members' knowledge and appreciation of spirits and other fine alcoholic beverages, in safe, fun and enjoyable settings, bridging new networks and building friendships. To explore expressions, old and new, in good spirited company via masterclasses and tours, creating memorable experiences. To be a welcoming, inclusive, cross-cultural, outward and forward looking society, very open to new members, ideas, tastes and complementary collaborations, whether within the broader industry, city, university, students union and halls bars or other societies. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Wo/Men Demand - Diversifying Economics Manchester",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Women in Business",
        "description": "To encourage and inspire women who aspire to enter a career in business.  To discuss, debate and educate around issues surrounding women in business.  To aid and support each other with workshops, motivational speakers and job/internship opportunities.  To meet like minded people through socials and networking events. Your membership will include: - Free and priority access to all future events  - Added to the private members only facebook group  - Exclusive employability workshops\u00a0  - Socials (Including day trips, nights out, discussion/dinner parties)  - Being part of a society of like minded individuals  - Newsletter including unique networking opportunites with businesses and students "
    },
    {
        "name": "Women in Engineering",
        "description": "Women in Engineering Society "
    },
    {
        "name": "Women in Medicine Society",
        "description": "The Women in Medicine (WinM) Society is a society aimed at medical students, but open to everyone. The society has two main aims, these are: 1. To promote the personal and professional development of women in medicine. 2. Improve the health of women in society. We put on events throughout the year based on our key themes, which are education, careers and support.\u00a0 To stay up to date with what the society is doing, please follow us on social media! Facebook:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/WinM.Manchester/ Twitter:\u00a0https://twitter.com/womeninmedicin3 Instagram:\u00a0https://www.instagram.com/womeninmedicinemanchester/?hl=en "
    },
    {
        "name": "Women In Science and Engineering (WISE) Society",
        "description": "We would like to represent Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) in a spectrum ranging from career services to socialising. \u00a0We aim to create a more close knit community providing women in male dominated fields of study with academic and career orientated support and social activities. \u00a0 "
    },
    {
        "name": "Women's Theatre",
        "description": "No matter the religious, cultural or ethnic background, UoM Women\u2019s Theatre Society aims to give all women safe, accessible and inclusive spaces to engage in creative expression through theatre performance. We aim to give women a \u00a0platform to explore individual and collective issues to collaboratively write, perform and engage in drama that has an impact. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Woolton Hall & Linton House",
        "description": "A\u00a0student committee who are elected to run activities and events in halls to benefit residents. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Wright Robinson",
        "description": "A\u00a0student committee who are elected to run activities and events in halls to benefit residents. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Yoga",
        "description": "The University of Manchester Yoga Society;\u00a0providing weekly, affordable yoga classes for all abilities. "
    },
    {
        "name": "Yoga Society",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Young Conservatives",
        "description": "No description"
    },
    {
        "name": "Young Greens",
        "description": "Manchester Young Greens organise students and young people to fight for a fair economic system, for good and free education and to stop global warming.  We set up campaigns, workshops, training sessions and speaker events as well as host casual socials. We also work with the official Young Greens branch of the Manchester Green Party and get involved with party events.\u00a0  \u00a0 Join us to meet other people interested in Green\u00a0issues, find out more about what the Green Party stands for and get involved with local and national campaigns. To get involved, follow us on: Facebook:\u00a0https://www.facebook.com/UoMGreenSoc/ Twitter:\u00a0https://twitter.com/ManchesterYGs You can also email us at: younggreens@manchester.greenparty.org.uk "
    },
    {
        "name": "Young Liberals",
        "description": "To function as a local branch of the federal Young Liberals. To promote the Liberal Democrats to young people and students. \u00a0To further the values and ideals laid down in the Preamble to the Liberal Democrats Federal Constitution. Like our Facebook page to keep up to date with upcoming events:\u00a0http://www.facebook.com/ManchesterYL/ "
    },
    {
        "name": "Zoology Society (ZooSoc)",
        "description": "Zoologist or not, if you are a lover of animals or nature and studying at the University of Manchester we welcome you to join our society! \u00a0 We are an ambitious, friendly society with big plans and lots to offer.\u00a0We aim to unite different students with common interests in biology and science in general, and provide opportunities for people to discover more about the natural world. Whether you love working with nature, learning more cool animal facts or just enjoying the social side of ZooSoc with like-minded people then this is the society for you.   Becoming part of the ZooSoc group is a great way to make contacts that could help develop your career in the future at the same time as providing opportunities for extracurricular work and learning. We will be organising many seminars, conferences and lectures throughout the year to supliment and expand your academic knowledge as well as workshops in the Manchester Museum and working with other uniersities to gain an insight into a broad spectrum of current research. Meet new people and socialise with other budding zooologists, biologists and other at\u00a0our animal-themed socials, pub quizzes\u00a0and film screenings! We want you to have a great time whilst learning about animals and research that interests you and encourages your learning. We have lots of fun events planned for the year so stay tuned! We will also be running competitions throughout the year as well as offering some trendy merch. For the first time this year we are setting up ZooSoc sports teams so please let us know if you are interested! Upcoming Events:  Biweekly Seminar Series with both internal and external speakers on a range of topics - last year included 500-year old Greenland Sharks and newly-discovered Tropical Frogs! Freshers Pub Crawl, with Pub Quizzes later on in the Semester Weekly Animal Handling Table in the Manchester Museum at 3pm - with Snakes, Salamanders and a very chubby Gecko!  Please click on the link to join or to renew your membership (It's FREE!). You can also join our facebook group, and follow our blog which has a range of interesting articles, a stunning display of students' photography, and details of upcoming events.\u00a0 \u00a0 https://www.facebook.com/groups/UoMZooSoc/ http://uomzooblog.blogspot.co.uk/\u00a0 \u00a0 Please note that you can only join ZooSoc via this page or the QR code system at Welcome Fair, being part of our facebook group alone does not make you a member of the society. "
    }
]